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Weather & Climate in Athens, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Athens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 478 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 478 ft (146 m) |
| Area | 17.9 sq mi (46.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 729/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2026°N, 95.8308°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Henderson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tyler Pounds Regional (TYR) 27 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 84.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 83.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 38.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
78 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 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 150 km | 5 km |
| May 7, 2015 | 5 km N of Venus, Texas | M4.0 | 123 km | 3 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 131 km | 7 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 114 km | 7 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 123 km | 6 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 129 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 110 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 129 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 127 km | 8 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 139 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 129 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 128 km | 6 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 123 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
6 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 | 258 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 143 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 300 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 251 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 295 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 1 | 92 mph | 280 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
542 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 1,006 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 19 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 97 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 25, 1994 | EF4 | 97 km | 6.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 22 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2015 | EF3 | 30 km | 10.2 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 85 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 6, 2003 | EF3 | 81 km | 38.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 53 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1990 | EF3 | 92 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1988 | EF3 | 94 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 64 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 68 km | 10.5 mi | 1 |
| Dec 13, 1984 | EF3 | 95 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 13, 1981 | EF3 | 41 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 29 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1979 | EF3 | 71 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 1979 | EF3 | 32 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1978 | EF3 | 84 km | 29.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 31, 1974 | EF3 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1973 | EF3 | 68 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
13 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: 502 (8,344 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | 502 | 8,344 | 98 km |
| 2011 | OLD MAGNOLIA | 4,881 | 91 km |
| 2020 | C-16/17/18/19 | 4,633 | 98 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 6 RX | 4,123 | 98 km |
| 2010 | BURNING | 3,230 | 99 km |
| 2020 | COMP 1 AND 2 | 2,272 | 94 km |
| 2011 | 547 | 2,146 | 89 km |
| 2011 | 495 | 1,606 | 44 km |
| 2011 | HENDERSON 474 JOHNSON | 1,594 | 83 km |
| 2011 | HENDERSON 475 | 1,379 | 42 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 1,276 | 95 km |
| 2022 | DCNF COMP 1/2 | 1,145 | 94 km |
| 2011 | 507 | 1,121 | 68 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in |
Athens has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 46°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (2.0").