Weather & Climate in Arp, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Arp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 499 ft (152 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 403/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2260°N, 95.0525°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Smith County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tyler Pounds Regional (TYR) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 86.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 84.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 66.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 74.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
26 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| May 17, 2012 | 3 km NE of Timpson, Texas | M4.8 | 73 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 69 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 57 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 83 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 63 km | 7 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 73 km | 7 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 114 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jan 20, 2019 | 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas | M3.3 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 118 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M3.0 | 104 km | 8 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 118 km | 9 km |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 8 km W of Huxley, Texas | M3.0 | 115 km | 7 km |
| May 31, 2013 | 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M2.9 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Dec 7, 2012 | 3 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 73 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 4 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 74 km | 5 km |
| Jan 31, 2013 | 7 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 64 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 2012 | 5 km W of Timpson, Texas | M2.7 | 67 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
7 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 186 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 138 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 255 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 212 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 299 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 268 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 1 | 92 mph | 284 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
648 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 27 fatalities, 662 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 91 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 91 km | 16.9 mi | 1 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 91 km | 41.1 mi | 2 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 80 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2015 | EF3 | 57 km | 10.2 mi | 2 |
| Jan 20, 2010 | EF3 | 88 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 6, 2003 | EF3 | 36 km | 38.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 97 km | 32.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 30 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1989 | EF3 | 64 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1988 | EF3 | 38 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 93 km | 10.5 mi | 1 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 52 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 91 km | 48.0 mi | 1 |
| May 2, 1984 | EF3 | 97 km | 61.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 96 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 96 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 86 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1979 | EF3 | 76 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1979 | EF3 | 46 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX (41,645 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX | 41,645 | 94 km |
| 2011 | 502 | 8,344 | 57 km |
| 2011 | OLD MAGNOLIA | 4,881 | 32 km |
| 2020 | C-16/17/18/19 | 4,633 | 78 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 4,363 | 84 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 6 RX | 4,123 | 87 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 3,929 | 84 km |
| 2022 | DCNF C-54/55 | 3,360 | 97 km |
| 2022 | TXCLR-FY22-RX-W | 3,288 | 99 km |
| 2010 | BURNING | 3,230 | 79 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,100 | 95 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 3,055 | 83 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,980 | 99 km |
| 2011 | DIANA | 2,863 | 58 km |
| 2020 | COMP 1 AND 2 | 2,272 | 88 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,239 | 90 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,162 | 84 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,156 | 91 km |
| 2011 | 547 | 2,146 | 65 km |
| 2022 | DCNF COMP 14 | 2,100 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.6 in |
Arp has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 47°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (3.4").