The best times to visit Harrison for ideal weather are

April 16th to June 10th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Harrison Travel Info

Weather in Harrison

Temperature

Average temperatures in Harrison vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Harrison, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 91.6°F (33.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.6°F (21.4°C) at night.

Harrison Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Harrison Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Harrison Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Harrison Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 45.6 34.5 26
Feb 49.3 38.3 29.9
Mar 63.6 51.2 41.7
Apr 69.2 57.1 47
May 76.6 66 57
Jun 85.9 75.5 66.5
Jul 86.7 76.4 68
Aug 88.8 77.5 67.8
Sep 79.6 68.4 59.7
Oct 69.2 57.8 48.7
Nov 61.6 50 40.2
Dec 47.9 37.3 29

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.6 1.4 -3.3
Feb 9.6 3.5 -1.2
Mar 17.6 10.7 5.4
Apr 20.7 13.9 8.3
May 24.8 18.9 13.9
Jun 29.9 24.2 19.2
Jul 30.4 24.7 20
Aug 31.6 25.3 19.9
Sep 26.4 20.2 15.4
Oct 20.7 14.3 9.3
Nov 16.4 10 4.6
Dec 8.8 2.9 -1.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Harrison are November, January, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late August to early September. For example, on the week of August 27th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Harrison? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Harrison.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Harrison (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 12% 0 2.3
Feb 13% 0 2.1
Mar 24% 0 4.8
Apr 19% 0 4.5
May 33% 0 5.9
Jun 22% 0 4.6
Jul 31% 0 6.2
Aug 13% 0 2.8
Sep 23% 0 6.5
Oct 25% 0 5.9
Nov 7% 0 1.2
Dec 16% 0 2.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 0 5.8
Feb 13 0 5.3
Mar 24 0 12.2
Apr 19 0 11.4
May 33 0 15
Jun 22 0 11.7
Jul 31 0 15.7
Aug 13 0 7.1
Sep 23 0 16.5
Oct 25 0 15
Nov 7 0 3
Dec 16 0 7.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Harrison has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (48.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (68.7%).

Wind in Harrison is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by April and March. December’s average wind speed of around 7.9 knots (9.1 MPH or 14.6 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late March where average top sustained speeds reach 15.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Harrison.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.1 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Feb 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.7 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Apr 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
May 5.8 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jun 5.2 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 4.1 Light breeze 9.6 Significant breeze
Aug 4.1 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.4 Light breeze 9.8 Significant breeze
Oct 6.1 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Nov 6 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Dec 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 53.6%
Feb 53%
Mar 49.7%
Apr 48.3%
May 63.6%
Jun 64.9%
Jul 67.7%
Aug 62.7%
Sep 68.7%
Oct 62.7%
Nov 51.6%
Dec 58.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Harrison?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Harrison, AR, US is July, followed by August and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Harrison in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 41.4 in November means 41.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Harrison Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 81.8°F (27.7°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 4 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Harrison, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.9°F (27.2°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Harrison to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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