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Weather & Climate in Dodd City, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dodd City 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 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 45.5 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 672 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 672 ft (205 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 280/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5757°N, 96.0755°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Fannin County County |
| Nearest Airport | Durant Regional/Eaker Field (DUA) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 68.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 38.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 34.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
130 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Sep 6, 1997 | 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 2012 | 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2013 | 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 113 km | 6 km |
| Jun 8, 2004 | 6 km N of Lone Grove, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Mar 4, 2013 | 5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2024 | 9 km N of Stonewall, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 136 km | 27 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 45 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2002 | 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 78 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 113 km | 8 km |
| Sep 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Madill, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 84 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 123 km | 9 km |
| Feb 25, 2009 | 4 km SE of Ashland, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jul 7, 2014 | 10 km SSW of Wilson, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 140 km | 8 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 2 km NNE of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 105 km | 9 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 115 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 1 | — | 296 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
622 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 48 fatalities, 1,350 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF5 | 77 km | 53.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 78 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 30 km | 44.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 99 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 42 km | 23.0 mi | 10 |
| May 13, 1981 | EF4 | 41 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1966 | EF4 | 93 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 60 km | 30.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1957 | EF4 | 51 km | 7.9 mi | 3 |
| Apr 2, 1957 | EF4 | 71 km | 5.2 mi | 2 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 68 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2019 | EF3 | 46 km | 27.6 mi | 2 |
| May 9, 2016 | EF3 | 44 km | 13.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2015 | EF3 | 49 km | 18.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 99 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2011 | EF3 | 81 km | 17.0 mi | 2 |
| May 9, 2006 | EF3 | 47 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 95 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 20 km | 32.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 97 km | 52.0 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,935 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,935 | 91 km |
| 2005 | PINE SPRINGS | 7,709 | 93 km |
| 2006 | MILL CREEK | 6,577 | 89 km |
| 2005 | CALLISBURG | 5,797 | 94 km |
| 2005 | ACHILLE | 4,958 | 42 km |
| 2009 | HALF BANK | 3,240 | 88 km |
| 2013 | ROCKY POINT | 3,165 | 90 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,113 | 91 km |
| 2022 | 1980 ROAD FIRE | 2,784 | 86 km |
| 2024 | EAST 1980 ROAD FIRE | 2,767 | 86 km |
| 2017 | MCGEE CREEK FIRE | 2,491 | 90 km |
| 2022 | AUGUST CREEK FIRE | 2,370 | 88 km |
| 2011 | DEADMAN SPRINGS | 2,307 | 99 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,042 | 98 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 1,961 | 90 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 1,760 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,634 | 43 km |
| 2009 | ELM WOOD | 1,313 | 72 km |
| 2005 | ALLEN | 1,232 | 77 km |
| 2006 | COOPER LAKE | 1,224 | 43 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in |
Dodd City has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 43°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (2.1").