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Weather & Climate in Clarksville, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Clarksville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°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 49.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 438 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 438 ft (134 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 945/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6110°N, 95.0563°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Red River County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mount Pleasant Regional (MPS) 36 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 64.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 93.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 40.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
23 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Apr 3, 2012 | 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2002 | 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2013 | 6 km W of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Aug 29, 2024 | 10 km SW of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M3.1 | 143 km | 25 km |
| Jun 30, 2013 | 3 km SE of Bee, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 149 km | 9 km |
| Apr 22, 2005 | 17 km N of Swink, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 64 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2014 | Oklahoma | M3.0 | 147 km | 5 km |
| May 21, 2013 | 5 km S of Bee, Oklahoma | M2.9 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Sep 10, 2019 | Oklahoma | M2.7 | 141 km | 19 km |
| May 24, 2014 | 13 km SW of Haileyville, Oklahoma | M2.7 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Feb 4, 2016 | 3 km SSW of Haileyville, Oklahoma | M2.7 | 145 km | 4 km |
| Jun 13, 2018 | 7 km SSW of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M2.6 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Jun 13, 2018 | 9 km SW of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M2.6 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Mar 6, 2019 | 5 km W of Wardville, Oklahoma | M2.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2008 | 3 km N of Stringtown, Oklahoma | M2.5 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Aug 18, 2017 | Oklahoma | M2.5 | 147 km | 7 km |
| May 27, 2012 | 2 km WNW of Haileyville, Oklahoma | M2.5 | 148 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 2 | 98 mph | 256 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 1 | — | 291 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
485 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 25 fatalities, 535 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF5 | 75 km | 53.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 64 km | 44.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 21 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 53 km | 23.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 80 km | 45.0 mi | 3 |
| May 13, 1981 | EF4 | 62 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1971 | EF4 | 55 km | 5.1 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 75 km | 30.8 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 69 km | 16.9 mi | 1 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 56 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2016 | EF3 | 95 km | 13.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 69 km | 37.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 89 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 49 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 78 km | 12.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 97 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 3 km | 52.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 1, 1977 | EF3 | 76 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 22, 1972 | EF3 | 38 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1969 | EF3 | 74 km | 0.5 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 | 98 km |
| 2007 | BRANTLEY CABIN | 9,666 | 83 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 8,217 | 90 km |
| 2023 | RX CEDAR MTN | 7,175 | 70 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 6,409 | 90 km |
| 2020 | ASHFORD WELCH | 5,976 | 80 km |
| 2022 | MCWA NE RX | 5,063 | 89 km |
| 2022 | CARTER CREEK WEST | 4,791 | 70 km |
| 2003 | POPS | 4,475 | 22 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 4,439 | 84 km |
| 2023 | RX MCWA LINSON | 4,068 | 85 km |
| 2022 | N BEE ROUGH RX | 4,052 | 77 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,044 | 85 km |
| 2020 | MCWA LINSON | 4,007 | 85 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,853 | 77 km |
| 2024 | RX BUFFALO CREEK / JACK | 3,591 | 91 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 3,520 | 88 km |
| 2019 | RX - MCWA WEST | 3,493 | 84 km |
| 2024 | RX HOLLY CREEK | 3,450 | 80 km |
| 2022 | MCWA WEST | 3,441 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in |
Clarksville has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 43°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (2.2").