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Arkansas Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Arkansas, the United States of America in July.

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Planning a journey to Arkansas, the United States of America this July and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Arkansas in July

Arkansas, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in Arkansas generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 32°C (90°F) in Paragould to 34°C (93°F) in Fort Smith. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Fort Smith and 22°C (72°F) in Paragould. In Arkansas, the United States of America, July typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Arkansas, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Beebe with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Mountain Home with 134 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Little Rock enjoys approximately 351 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Arkansas by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Arkansas — and find the best time to visit. (based on Little Rock)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March18°C (64°F) April23°C (73°F) May27°C (81°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September30°C (86°F) October24°C (75°F) November17°C (63°F) December12°C (54°F)
Best Time to Visit Arkansas →

Best Places to Visit in Arkansas in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Arkansas.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Arkansas

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Arkansas, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Arkansas (July)

Precipitation variation in Arkansas (July)

Little Rock

In July Little Rock generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
346 hours
351 hours
323 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Little Rock →

West Memphis

In July West Memphis generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
321 hours
326 hours
307 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in West Memphis →

Jonesboro

In July Jonesboro generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Jonesboro →

Blytheville

In July Blytheville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Blytheville →

Forrest City

In July Forrest City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
321 hours
326 hours
307 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Forrest City →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Arkansas, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United States of America reached 51°C (124°F) in Palm Desert on July 28, 1995.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Arkansas in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Little Rock 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
West Memphis 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Jonesboro 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Blytheville 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Forrest City 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Marion 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Arkansas weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Arkansas, the United States of America in July?

In July, Arkansas, the United States of America generally has poor weather conditions. Little Rock sees daytime temperatures near 34°C (93°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Arkansas, the United States of America in July?

Average temperatures in Arkansas, the United States of America during July range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 34°C (93°F) in Little Rock.

Does Arkansas, the United States of America get a lot of rain in July?

Arkansas, the United States of America sees substantial rainfall in July. Little Rock typically averages about 111 mm (4.4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Arkansas, the United States of America?

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Arkansas, the United States of America due to the typically unpleasant weather in Little Rock.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May and October offering mostly pleasant weather in Little Rock. In contrast, July, August and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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