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Weather & Climate in Star City, AR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Star City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 281 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 281 ft (86 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 465/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9408°N, 91.8400°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lincoln County County |
| Nearest Airport | Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 29.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 80.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 16.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
32 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Jan 8, 2019 | 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi | M3.7 | 118 km | 16 km |
| Mar 16, 1997 | 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas | M3.4 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jun 26, 2010 | 10 km NW of Garner, Arkansas | M3.3 | 141 km | 0 km |
| Aug 4, 2001 | 16 km SW of Lake Hamilton, Arkansas | M3.2 | 136 km | 0 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jun 28, 2010 | 11 km NW of Garner, Arkansas | M3.2 | 143 km | 0 km |
| Aug 11, 1996 | 9 km WSW of Shaw, Mississippi | M3.1 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Oct 26, 2002 | 3 km SE of Alligator, Mississippi | M3.1 | 106 km | 3 km |
| May 4, 2001 | 4 km NW of Enola, Arkansas | M3.1 | 147 km | 6 km |
| May 16, 2007 | 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas | M3.0 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 1997 | 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Apr 9, 2006 | 6 km NW of Enola, Arkansas | M2.8 | 149 km | 8 km |
| Dec 17, 2001 | 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2020 | 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas | M2.8 | 120 km | 14 km |
| May 11, 2020 | 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 117 km | 12 km |
| Feb 11, 1991 | 10 km SSW of Clarksdale, Mississippi | M2.7 | 116 km | 12 km |
| Jan 27, 2005 | 1 km WNW of Enola, Arkansas | M2.7 | 145 km | 4 km |
| May 5, 2001 | 1 km WNW of Enola, Arkansas | M2.7 | 144 km | 0 km |
| May 4, 2001 | 4 km S of Enola, Arkansas | M2.7 | 139 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 1 | — | 246 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
460 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 59 fatalities, 915 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF4 | 86 km | 30.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 89 km | 11.0 mi | 5 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 90 km | 14.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 17, 1978 | EF4 | 94 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 1975 | EF4 | 51 km | 5.4 mi | 7 |
| Apr 3, 1968 | EF4 | 3 km | 33.7 mi | 5 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF3 | 65 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2007 | EF3 | 24 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2001 | EF3 | 48 km | 42.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 73 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 98 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 90 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 86 km | 39.0 mi | 3 |
| May 27, 1996 | EF3 | 98 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 68 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 33 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1982 | EF3 | 99 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 1982 | EF3 | 92 km | 18.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 8, 1979 | EF3 | 77 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| Feb 22, 1975 | EF3 | 95 km | 14.4 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,134 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,134 | 86 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,066 | 74 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,042 | 74 km |
| 2012 | LACEY | 1,439 | 53 km |
| 2010 | DREW | 1,283 | 59 km |
| 2006 | SHALLOW LAKE ROAD WEST 2 H | 1,146 | 96 km |
| 2013 | SINGLETON CREEK | 1,124 | 66 km |
| 2007 | BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F | 1,061 | 99 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,057 | 89 km |
| 2011 | SHALLOW LAKE WEST | 900 | 96 km |
| 2000 | SHALLOW LAKE W | 892 | 96 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 889 | 97 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 839 | 98 km |
| 2010 | EAST CAMDEN | 837 | 88 km |
| 1989 | SHALLOW LAKE | 820 | 96 km |
| 1996 | RIDGE ROAD | 804 | 96 km |
| 2006 | PINE ISLAND | 757 | 91 km |
| 2014 | ARFSR-FY14-RX-JONES LAKE | 752 | 92 km |
| 1995 | BOULDINHSE | 748 | 98 km |
| 2007 | EAGLE LAKE | 742 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.3 in |
Star City has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 43°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (3.2").