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Benton (AR) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Benton can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to cold. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Benton. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in August to a chilly 11°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -1°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Benton has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1520 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, May, sees around 172 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, June, still receives a respectable 89 mm of rainfall.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Benton, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.5 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Little Rock, the United States of America (33 KM, 21 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Little Rock, the United States of America (33 KM, 21 Miles).

Forecast for Benton (AR)

Sun   Dec 22
10°C | -4°C
S 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
14°C | 1°C
S 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
14°C | 7°C
E 2 m/s
21 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

The best time of year to visit Benton in the United States of America

During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Benton?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in March, April, May and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Benton?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Benton?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Benton?
    May tops the wettest month list with 172 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Benton?
    June is the driest month with 89 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Benton?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 351 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.