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Weather & Climate in Staves, AR
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Staves enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 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 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 231 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 231 ft (70 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0336°N, 92.2806°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Grant County County |
| Nearest Airport | Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 15.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 38.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 37.7 / 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 | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
206 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.7 | 138 km | 3 km |
| May 4, 2001 | 8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas | M4.3 | 134 km | 8 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M4.1 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 137 km | 6 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.9 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.8 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Apr 7, 2011 | 2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.7 | 136 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 138 km | 4 km |
| Feb 20, 2011 | 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.6 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Mar 3, 2011 | 0 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 135 km | 7 km |
| Apr 8, 2011 | 2 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 136 km | 6 km |
| Mar 9, 2011 | 1 km NW of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 135 km | 6 km |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 139 km | 6 km |
| Feb 16, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.5 | 138 km | 7 km |
| Apr 7, 2011 | 1 km E of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 134 km | 6 km |
| Feb 21, 2011 | 3 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 137 km | 6 km |
| May 24, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.4 | 146 km | 6 km |
| May 22, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas | M3.4 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Feb 19, 2011 | 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas | M3.4 | 138 km | 7 km |
| Feb 24, 2011 | 4 km SSW of Guy, Arkansas | M3.4 | 140 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 | — | 239 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
502 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 92 fatalities, 1,323 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 27, 2014 | EF4 | 90 km | 41.1 mi | 16 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 98 km | 27.0 mi | 6 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 66 km | 11.0 mi | 5 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 68 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF4 | 58 km | 14.0 mi | 10 |
| Mar 28, 1975 | EF4 | 56 km | 5.4 mi | 7 |
| Apr 3, 1968 | EF4 | 42 km | 33.7 mi | 5 |
| Mar 31, 2023 | EF3 | 79 km | 34.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2011 | EF3 | 93 km | 16.8 mi | 1 |
| May 10, 2008 | EF3 | 81 km | 14.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2007 | EF3 | 59 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2001 | EF3 | 88 km | 42.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 59 km | 39.0 mi | 3 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 50 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 35 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1996 | EF3 | 99 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1996 | EF3 | 57 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 9, 1984 | EF3 | 87 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 27 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1983 | EF3 | 86 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,938 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,938 | 92 km |
| 2010 | CAMP | 2,772 | 93 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,066 | 35 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,042 | 82 km |
| 2012 | LACEY | 1,439 | 72 km |
| 2010 | DREW | 1,283 | 89 km |
| 2013 | SINGLETON CREEK | 1,124 | 74 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,057 | 98 km |
| 2012 | ROSE HILL | 1,002 | 83 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 896 | 98 km |
| 2010 | EAST CAMDEN | 837 | 55 km |
| 2014 | ARFSR-FY14-RX-JONES LAKE | 752 | 95 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 741 | 100 km |
| 2021 | JONES LAKE | 727 | 95 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 692 | 100 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 688 | 97 km |
| 2022 | JONES LAKE UNIT | 687 | 97 km |
| 2013 | FOUNTAIN HILL | 655 | 87 km |
| 2000 | NORTH ROAD 2 K | 653 | 99 km |
| 2010 | LAPILE CREEK N 3E | 648 | 100 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
Staves has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 40°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.2").