The best times to visit Russellville for ideal weather are

April 9th to May 27th

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

 

 


Other Russellville Travel Info

Weather in Russellville

Temperature

Average temperatures in Russellville vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 27th 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 Russellville, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 97.2°F (36.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.7°F (22.6°C) at night.

Russellville Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Russellville 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.

Russellville Perceived Temperature (F)

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Russellville Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Russellville 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 51.7 38.8 28.9
Feb 54.8 42 31.7
Mar 67.2 53.3 41.5
Apr 75.2 61.5 49.8
May 82.1 69.9 59.2
Jun 91.6 79.4 68.9
Jul 94 81.4 71
Aug 94.3 81.1 70.3
Sep 86.6 73.4 62.6
Oct 76 61.5 50.1
Nov 64.5 50.7 39.6
Dec 54.1 42.3 33.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 10.9 3.8 -1.7
Feb 12.7 5.6 -0.2
Mar 19.6 11.8 5.3
Apr 24 16.4 9.9
May 27.8 21.1 15.1
Jun 33.1 26.3 20.5
Jul 34.4 27.4 21.7
Aug 34.6 27.3 21.3
Sep 30.3 23 17
Oct 24.4 16.4 10.1
Nov 18.1 10.4 4.2
Dec 12.3 5.7 0.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Russellville are January, June, 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 September. For example, on the week of September 24th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Russellville? 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 Russellville.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Russellville (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 14% 0 3.3
Feb 17% 0 2.5
Mar 22% 0 4.8
Apr 23% 0 4.7
May 24% 0 6.1
Jun 15% 0 3.1
Jul 20% 0 3.9
Aug 17% 0 3.5
Sep 17% 0 3.9
Oct 19% 0 4
Nov 17% 0 4.2
Dec 22% 0 4.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 14 0 8.4
Feb 17 0 6.4
Mar 22 0 12.2
Apr 23 0 11.9
May 24 0 15.5
Jun 15 0 7.9
Jul 20 0 9.9
Aug 17 0 8.9
Sep 17 0 9.9
Oct 19 0 10.2
Nov 17 0 10.7
Dec 22 0 12.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Russellville has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is February (53.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (64.4%).

Wind in Russellville is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and April. February’s average wind speed of around 4.1 knots (4.7 MPH or 7.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 10.8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 3.8 Barely noticeable 9.6 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.1 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 4 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.2 Gentle breeze
May 2.9 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.3 Barely noticeable 8.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 1.9 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.1 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.3 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.5 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.9 Barely noticeable 8.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54.4%
Feb 53.8%
Mar 54.9%
Apr 54.8%
May 62.9%
Jun 61.7%
Jul 61.3%
Aug 59.2%
Sep 61.8%
Oct 61.4%
Nov 58.8%
Dec 64.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Russellville?

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 Russellville, AR, US is July, followed by February and May. 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 Russellville 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 27.6 in November means 27.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Russellville Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 87.1°F (30.6°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with roughly 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 5 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Russellville, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.2°F (32.3°C) and 58.9°F (14.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 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 Russellville to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 50.3°F (10.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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