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Weather & Climate in Buffalo, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Buffalo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 301 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 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 67.9°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 383/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4589°N, 96.0662°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Freestone County County |
| Nearest Airport | Waco Regional (ACT) 69 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 56.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 82.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 30.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
13 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| May 7, 2015 | 5 km N of Venus, Texas | M4.0 | 150 km | 3 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 115 km | 7 km |
| Jul 17, 2011 | 2 km ESE of Venus, Texas | M3.0 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Dec 5, 2009 | 7 km S of Midlothian, Texas | M2.9 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2011 | 4 km NNW of Plum Grove, Texas | M2.7 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Oak Leaf, Texas | M2.7 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jan 8, 2015 | 4 km N of Venus, Texas | M2.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2013 | 2 km W of Ovilla, Texas | M2.6 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Mar 17, 2013 | 3 km S of Oak Leaf, Texas | M2.6 | 137 km | 2 km |
| Jun 26, 2012 | Northern Texas | M2.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jun 25, 2011 | 7 km NNW of Maypearl, Texas | M2.5 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2013 | 7 km SSW of Ovilla, Texas | M2.5 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Mar 17, 2013 | 5 km S of Ovilla, Texas | M2.5 | 137 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
10 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 240 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 298 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 264 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 89 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 263 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 216 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 261 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 271 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 242 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 203 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
365 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 26 fatalities, 490 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 89 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Mar 10, 1973 | EF4 | 73 km | 23.3 mi | 6 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 88 km | 32.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 75 km | 41.1 mi | 2 |
| Dec 25, 2012 | EF3 | 78 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 98 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1990 | EF3 | 44 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 80 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 38 km | 10.5 mi | 1 |
| Oct 13, 1981 | EF3 | 55 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 57 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 1979 | EF3 | 94 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 31, 1974 | EF3 | 49 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1973 | EF3 | 79 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1969 | EF3 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 16, 1965 | EF3 | 99 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 11, 1961 | EF3 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 1959 | EF3 | 67 km | 25.1 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1959 | EF3 | 92 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,272 acres, 2021).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 7,272 | 80 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 5,187 | 82 km |
| 2011 | 841 ARBOR | 4,966 | 70 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 80 km |
| 2020 | C-16/17/18/19 | 4,633 | 86 km |
| 2011 | S839 CONCORD ROBBINS | 4,388 | 27 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 4,363 | 86 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 4,215 | 90 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 6 RX | 4,123 | 76 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 3,929 | 85 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 43 RX | 3,719 | 92 km |
| 2011 | C#491 | 3,616 | 64 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 3,503 | 96 km |
| 2022 | DCNF C-54/55 | 3,360 | 96 km |
| 2010 | BURNING | 3,230 | 86 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,208 | 91 km |
| 2021 | C-40/42 | 3,157 | 81 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 3,055 | 87 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,999 | 78 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,986 | 86 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
Buffalo has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 50°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and August the driest (2.1").