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Weather & Climate in Breckenridge, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Breckenridge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 328 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 29.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,204 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,234/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7568°N, 98.9130°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Stephens County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mineral Wells Regional (MWL) 50 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 9.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 36.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 18.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
30 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Nov 28, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Nov 29, 2013 | 1 km S of Pelican Bay, Texas | M3.1 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Jan 13, 2014 | 2 km ESE of Reno, Texas | M3.1 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Nov 9, 2013 | 5 km SSE of Springtown, Texas | M3.0 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Dec 15, 2013 | 4 km W of Reno, Texas | M2.9 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Nov 23, 2013 | 1 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M2.9 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Nov 26, 2013 | 3 km NNW of Pelican Bay, Texas | M2.8 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Nov 11, 2013 | 0 km SSW of Briar, Texas | M2.8 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Jun 2, 2009 | 1 km WNW of Cleburne, Texas | M2.8 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Nov 19, 2013 | Northern Texas | M2.8 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 2 km NW of Sanctuary, Texas | M2.8 | 124 km | 3 km |
| Nov 26, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Reno, Texas | M2.8 | 123 km | 2 km |
| Nov 8, 2013 | 1 km SE of Springtown, Texas | M2.8 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 10 km NNE of Graford, Texas | M2.8 | 72 km | 5 km |
| Mar 6, 2024 | 13 km ESE of Olney, Texas | M2.7 | 66 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
567 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 227 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1980 | EF4 | 97 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1962 | EF4 | 92 km | 10.7 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1951 | EF4 | 75 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 28, 1950 | EF4 | 67 km | 1.3 mi | 5 |
| May 2, 2024 | EF3 | 90 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 2022 | EF3 | 63 km | 34.5 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2015 | EF3 | 51 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 30, 2000 | EF3 | 70 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1994 | EF3 | 64 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1994 | EF3 | 23 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1991 | EF3 | 91 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1990 | EF3 | 91 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1986 | EF3 | 88 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1985 | EF3 | 53 km | 4.5 mi | 3 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 71 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 30, 1979 | EF3 | 16 km | 18.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1979 | EF3 | 58 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1979 | EF3 | 23 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF3 | 74 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1976 | EF3 | 75 km | 20.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BIG COUNTRY FIRE (209,352 acres, 1988).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1988 | BIG COUNTRY FIRE | 209,352 | 45 km |
| 2011 | PK COMPLEX | 128,548 | 39 km |
| 2022 | KIDD | 41,939 | 55 km |
| 2006 | CARBON | 33,013 | 57 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 28,633 | 72 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 1 | 22,099 | 63 km |
| 2021 | BUCK | 18,671 | 53 km |
| 2009 | CEDAR MOUNTAIN | 16,589 | 29 km |
| 2008 | ARCHER CO | 13,969 | 84 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 2 | 13,805 | 96 km |
| 2022 | DEMPSEY | 11,576 | 61 km |
| 2009 | BLACK | 11,356 | 24 km |
| 2011 | MILLER CREEK | 10,888 | 81 km |
| 1997 | THROCKMORTON | 10,339 | 59 km |
| 2003 | JOHNSON RANCH | 9,696 | 27 km |
| 2022 | BIG L | 9,653 | 90 km |
| 2006 | HUCKABAY | 9,100 | 71 km |
| 2011 | JRM | 8,870 | 45 km |
| 2023 | CAMPBELL | 7,888 | 80 km |
| 2022 | WHEAT FIELD | 7,333 | 67 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 1.3 in |
Breckenridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 43°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.3").