Fort Smith (AR) Climate by Month
The temperature in Fort Smith can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to cold.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Fort Smith. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -2°C during these months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Fort Smith has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1205 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, May receives heavy rainfall, averaging 168 mm of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 56 mm over 8 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The best time of year to visit Fort Smith 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 168 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 56 mm of precipitation.
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