Harrison Travel Guide

City North Arkansas city near the Ozark Mountains

A gateway to the Ozarks, Harrison draws visitors for scenic drives into limestone hills, trout streams and access to the Buffalo National River. Expect diner breakfasts, antique shops and seasonal county fairs; hikers and paddlers use the town as a basecamp.

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In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

1:23 PM

GMT-5

Weather

44°F

Overcast

Population

7,302

Infrastructure & Convenience

Popularity

Why Visit Harrison? #

Best Things to Do in Harrison

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Lambeau Field

NFL stadium in Green Bay, home of Packers

Stadium

Lake Winnebago

Large Wisconsin lake known for fishing and ice shanties

Lake

National Railroad Museum

Historic railroad museum featuring vintage locomotives and cars

Museum

Harrison Bucket List

Don't Miss

Boone County Heritage Museum - Exhibits on local logging, railroads, and Ozarks community history.
Historic Downtown Harrison Square - Walk the brick courthouse square lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants.
Ozark Mountain scenery near Harrison - Drive nearby backroads to enjoy rolling hills, caves, and scenic overlooks.

Hidden Gems

Harrison Farmers Market - Seasonal market featuring local produce, crafts, and friendly community vendors.
Public Art Murals around Main Street - Discover painted murals honoring local history and Ozarks culture on storefronts.
Local antique shops on Highway 65 - Browse small, family-run shops for vintage finds and regional souvenirs.

Day Trips

Buffalo National River - Short drive for paddling, hiking, and scenic limestone bluffs along clear water.
Eureka Springs - Victorian mountain town with galleries, historic homes, and winding downtown streets.

Best Time to Visit Harrison #

Harrison (by coordinates) has warm, humid summers ideal for lakes and fairs, and cold, snowy winters suited to skating and snow activities. Spring and autumn are transitional and beautiful for drives and markets.

Summer

June - August · 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)

Warm, humid summers with pleasant lakeside recreation; expect mosquitoes and afternoon storms-perfect for boating and hometown fairs and ice cream stands.

Spring/Autumn

April - May & September - October · 2 to 18°C (36 to 64°F)

Blooms and crisp fall colors; variable weather, quieter trails, and ideal for farmers markets and scenic drives and early frost risk.

Winter

November - February · -18 to 2°C (0 to 36°F)

Cold, snowy winters with frozen lakes, good for skating and snow activities-dress warmly and expect occasional road delays and salted sidewalks.

Best Time to Visit Harrison #

Climate

Harrison's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (780 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 30 Good

Best Time to Visit

JulyJuneAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

37°

Warmest Month

-38°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-9°

Feels Like Freezing

-9°C

Temperature

-14° – -4°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

29 mm

Rainfall

4.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

-6°

Feels Like Freezing

-6°C

Temperature

-11° – -1°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

26 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.4

UV Index

Low

10.3h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

0°

Feels Like Freezing

0°C

Temperature

-5° – 5°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

53 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.7

UV Index

Moderate

11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

7°

Feels Like Cold

7°C

Temperature

1° – 12°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

70 mm

Rainfall

4.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.0

UV Index

High

13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

7° – 20°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

81 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.5

UV Index

High

14.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

13° – 25°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

92 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.8

UV Index

Very High

15.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

16° – 28°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

85 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.8

UV Index

Very High

15.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 26°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

95 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.5

UV Index

High

13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

10° – 22°

76%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

94 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.0

UV Index

High

12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

4° – 15°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

62 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.5

UV Index

Moderate

10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

2°

Feels Like Cold

2°C

Temperature

-3° – 6°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

55 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.5h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-6°

Feels Like Freezing

-6°C

Temperature

-10° – -2°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

38 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.7h daylight

How to Get to Harrison

How to Get Around Harrison #

Harrison’s downtown core is small and easy to walk for restaurants and shops. A car is useful for exploring the surrounding Ozarks region and nearby lakes, where public transit options are minimal. If you plan outdoor activities or trips to nearby towns, factor in extra travel time - taxi and ride-share availability can be limited outside peak hours.

Where to Stay in Harrison #

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Mid-Range

Luxury

Where to Eat in Harrison #

Where to Eat

Local Flavors

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Harrison's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Pizza

Burger

Sandwich

Mexican

American

Chinese

Asian

Chicken

Tex Mex

Sushi

Italian

Barbecue

Japanese

Ice Cream

Thai

Donut

Greek

Pasta

Wings

Bakery

Nightlife in Harrison #

Nightlife is modest, focused on neighborhood bars, grill-style restaurants and occasional live music. Don’t expect late-night club scenes; evenings are relaxed and community-oriented.

Shopping in Harrison #

Shopping in Harrison centers on local boutiques, antique shops and practical stores serving residents and tourists. Larger shopping choices require a drive to bigger regional centers. Look for small-town craft and outdoor shops if you’re after local goods.

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