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Weather & Climate in De Leon, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
De Leon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 330 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 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.8°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (387 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1114°N, 98.5352°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Erath County County |
| Nearest Airport | Stephenville Clark Regional (SEP) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 75.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 39.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 56.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
50 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 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 104 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 |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 124 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 103 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 137 km | 6 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas | M3.1 | 135 km | 4 km |
| Jan 13, 2014 | 2 km ESE of Reno, Texas | M3.1 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Nov 29, 2013 | 1 km S of Pelican Bay, Texas | M3.1 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jul 17, 2011 | 2 km ESE of Venus, Texas | M3.0 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Nov 9, 2013 | 5 km SSE of Springtown, Texas | M3.0 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Nov 23, 2013 | 1 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M2.9 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Dec 5, 2009 | 7 km S of Midlothian, Texas | M2.9 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Dec 15, 2013 | 4 km W of Reno, Texas | M2.9 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 2 km NW of Sanctuary, Texas | M2.8 | 126 km | 3 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
458 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 14 fatalities, 173 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 1976 | EF5 | 67 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 2013 | EF4 | 81 km | 2.5 mi | 6 |
| Apr 25, 1990 | EF4 | 100 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1950 | EF4 | 97 km | 1.3 mi | 5 |
| May 9, 2015 | EF3 | 50 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| May 15, 2013 | EF3 | 99 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1994 | EF3 | 78 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 50 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 34 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 30, 1979 | EF3 | 70 km | 18.6 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1979 | EF3 | 58 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1976 | EF3 | 33 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1975 | EF3 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| May 31, 1962 | EF3 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1958 | EF3 | 24 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF2 | 54 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | EF2 | 24 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 2003 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 2003 | EF2 | 86 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1994 | EF2 | 63 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PK COMPLEX (128,548 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | PK COMPLEX | 128,548 | 75 km |
| 2022 | KIDD | 41,939 | 30 km |
| 2006 | CARBON | 33,013 | 29 km |
| 2009 | CEDAR MOUNTAIN | 16,589 | 55 km |
| 2022 | DEMPSEY | 11,576 | 85 km |
| 2022 | BIG L | 9,653 | 58 km |
| 2006 | HUCKABAY | 9,100 | 30 km |
| 2022 | WHEAT FIELD | 7,333 | 49 km |
| 1993 | UNNAMED | 6,936 | 79 km |
| 2022 | CHALK MOUNTAIN | 6,461 | 64 km |
| 2005 | CROSSROADS | 5,976 | 61 km |
| 2011 | 101 RANCH | 5,861 | 80 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 5,382 | 70 km |
| 2006 | CADDO II COMPLEX | 5,270 | 71 km |
| 2011 | CR 156 | 4,585 | 62 km |
| 2022 | LAZY | 4,355 | 76 km |
| 2022 | OAK MOTT | 4,183 | 37 km |
| 2018 | SURPRISE | 4,182 | 75 km |
| 2020 | DEEP CREEK | 3,940 | 86 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 3,863 | 87 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
De Leon has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 44°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and December the driest (1.4").