Famous, AR
Historical community (former settlement) in Pope County, Arkansas
Famous is a historical community (former settlement) in Pope County, Arkansas. It is 5.6 miles E of Dover, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 72847.
Famous at a glance
- State
- Arkansas
- County
- Pope County
- ZIP code
- 72847
- Nearest town
- Dover (5.6 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 35.4122, -93.2103
Weather in Famous now
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Famous weather by the hour
Famous weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Famous.
This week in Famous
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Famous
What is the weather usually like in Famous?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 92°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 30°F average low
- 46.4 inprecipitation per year · 1,179 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Famous: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station RUSSELLVILLE MUNI AP, AR US (USW00053920), adjusted for the elevation of Famous.
Famous weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Famous through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:24 PM | 10 h 5 min |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:56 PM | 10 h 58 min |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:21 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:38 AM | 7:47 PM | 13 h 8 min |
| May | 6:06 AM | 8:11 PM | 14 h 5 min |
| June | 5:55 AM | 8:31 PM | 14 h 35 min |
| July | 6:08 AM | 8:29 PM | 14 h 21 min |
| August | 6:31 AM | 8:03 PM | 13 h 32 min |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:21 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:39 PM | 11 h 20 min |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:07 PM | 10 h 20 min |
| December | 7:13 AM | 5:02 PM | 9 h 49 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Famous?
Famous has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 92°F (34°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 30°F (-1°C).
It gets about 46.4 inches (1,179 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is April and the driest is September.
The best time to visit Famous is April–May and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Famous
The closest live webcam is Danville, 26.1 miles S of Famous.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Famous.
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Questions about Famous
Where is Famous, AR?
Famous is a historical community (former settlement) in Pope County, Arkansas, 5.6 miles E of Dover.
What county is Famous in?
Famous is in Pope County, Arkansas.
What is the ZIP code of Famous, AR?
The ZIP code for Famous is 72847.
What is the nearest town to Famous?
Dover, 5.6 miles away.
Are there webcams near Famous?
Yes. The closest is Danville, 26.1 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Famous?
July, with an average high of 92°F (34°C).
What is the coldest month in Famous?
January, with an average low of 30°F (-1°C).
How much does it rain in Famous?
About 46.4 inches (1,179 mm) a year; the wettest month is April.
Does it snow in Famous?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Famous?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Famous have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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