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Weather & Climate in Ben Arnold, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ben Arnold enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 303 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 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 375 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 375 ft (114 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9512°N, 96.9643°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Milam County County |
| Nearest Airport | H H Coffield Regional (RCK) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 58.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 93.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 34.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Sep 3, 2015 | 7 km NNE of Leander, Texas | M2.9 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2017 | 5 km W of Flatonia, Texas | M2.9 | 143 km | 3 km |
| Jun 12, 2011 | 4 km NNW of Plum Grove, Texas | M2.7 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Round Top, Texas | M2.5 | 106 km | 17 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 206 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 269 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 2 | 75 mph | 252 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 159 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 295 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 1 | 75 mph | 278 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 262 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 289 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 271 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 281 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 198 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
473 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 162 fatalities, 968 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 27, 1997 | EF5 | 64 km | 5.1 mi | 27 |
| May 6, 1973 | EF5 | 90 km | 10.6 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1953 | EF5 | 69 km | 20.9 mi | 114 |
| Mar 10, 1973 | EF4 | 66 km | 23.3 mi | 6 |
| Apr 21, 1952 | EF4 | 77 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2022 | EF3 | 79 km | 16.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 26 km | 32.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 2000 | EF3 | 65 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1997 | EF3 | 54 km | 1.4 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1997 | EF3 | 93 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1997 | EF3 | 54 km | 3.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1990 | EF3 | 85 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 14, 1990 | EF3 | 53 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1989 | EF3 | 66 km | 3.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 7, 1980 | EF3 | 85 km | 31.7 mi | 1 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF3 | 57 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 1959 | EF3 | 40 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1957 | EF3 | 85 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1957 | EF3 | 77 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1957 | EF3 | 70 km | 16.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
15 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX (31,838 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX | 31,838 | 95 km |
| 2022 | CRITTENBERG COMPLEX | 21,391 | 79 km |
| 2011 | ROBINETTE | 6,039 | 80 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 5,706 | 75 km |
| 2011 | S839 CONCORD ROBBINS | 4,388 | 83 km |
| 2015 | HIDDEN PINES | 3,807 | 99 km |
| 2011 | C#491 | 3,616 | 79 km |
| 2009 | OWL CREEK | 2,376 | 81 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 2,236 | 75 km |
| 2006 | BROWNS CREEK RANGE | 1,889 | 81 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 1,581 | 83 km |
| 2008 | BERTRAM | 1,567 | 99 km |
| 2008 | HWY 195 FIRE | 1,523 | 76 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 1,445 | 72 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 1,140 | 78 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in |
Ben Arnold has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 50°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (1.9").