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Weather & Climate in Douglas, AZ
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Douglas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°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 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 4,095 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,095 ft (1,248 m) |
| Area | 10.0 sq mi (25.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,615/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3993°N, 109.5413°W |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix |
| County | Cochise County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bisbee Douglas International (DUG) 6 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 76.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
64 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Jun 29, 2014 | 13 km SW of Franklin, Arizona | M5.3 | 136 km | 6 km |
| Jul 31, 2021 | 17 km W of Bavispe, Mexico | M5.2 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 10 km ESE of Imuris, Mexico | M4.5 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Aug 18, 2021 | 23 km NNE of Villa Hidalgo, Mexico | M4.1 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Jun 29, 2014 | 12 km S of Franklin, Arizona | M4.0 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jul 3, 2014 | 11 km S of Franklin, Arizona | M3.9 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Oct 31, 1990 | 29 km E of Fronteras, Mexico | M3.8 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Jul 12, 2014 | 17 km S of Franklin, Arizona | M3.6 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Aug 5, 2021 | 24 km SSE of Animas, New Mexico | M3.6 | 88 km | 16 km |
| Jun 29, 2014 | 16 km SSW of Franklin, Arizona | M3.6 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jul 11, 2014 | 5 km WSW of Franklin, Arizona | M3.6 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jul 9, 2014 | 13 km S of Franklin, Arizona | M3.6 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jul 10, 2014 | 16 km S of Franklin, Arizona | M3.6 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jun 29, 2014 | 14 km S of Franklin, Arizona | M3.5 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Mar 10, 1992 | 33 km WNW of Bavispe, Mexico | M3.5 | 91 km | 5 km |
| Jul 6, 2014 | Arizona | M3.5 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2014 | 19 km SSW of Franklin, Arizona | M3.5 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Apr 22, 2020 | 28 km SSW of Rodeo, New Mexico | M3.5 | 46 km | 21 km |
| Jul 11, 2014 | 12 km SSW of Franklin, Arizona | M3.5 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2018 | 32 km E of Esqueda, Mexico | M3.4 | 80 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
17 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1. Total: 2 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 17, 1971 | EF1 | 99 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1971 | EF1 | 74 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 1966 | EF1 | 32 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1961 | EF1 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2017 | EF0 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 22, 2015 | EF0 | 86 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2009 | EF0 | 8 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 15, 2005 | EF0 | 88 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 1997 | EF0 | 70 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 1993 | EF0 | 79 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1990 | EF0 | 62 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1974 | EF0 | 17 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 9, 1972 | EF0 | 91 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 31, 1966 | EF0 | 83 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 1963 | EF0 | 34 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1961 | EF0 | 76 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1956 | EF0 | 98 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: HORSESHOE 2 (226,079 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | HORSESHOE 2 | 226,079 | 62 km |
| 2009 | PASCO | 104,011 | 69 km |
| 2018 | OK BAR | 60,456 | 82 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 38,998 | 49 km |
| 2002 | RYAN | 36,922 | 94 km |
| 2018 | SAN LUIS | 36,237 | 79 km |
| 1994 | FLAT COMPLEX | 34,859 | 68 km |
| 2011 | CLOVERDALE2 | 33,552 | 55 km |
| 2002 | WALNUT | 30,388 | 84 km |
| 2011 | MONUMENT | 30,219 | 67 km |
| 1989 | GRAY | 28,758 | 76 km |
| 1993 | LINCH | 27,546 | 80 km |
| 1994 | RATTLESNAKE | 25,238 | 57 km |
| 1999 | GARCIA | 22,621 | 75 km |
| 2006 | ADOBE | 20,089 | 77 km |
| 2011 | TRUCK STOP | 19,656 | 68 km |
| 2008 | CENTER PEAK | 19,443 | 84 km |
| 2009 | HOG | 18,086 | 45 km |
| 1994 | LYNCH | 16,204 | 78 km |
| 1988 | PEAK | 16,078 | 68 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
Douglas has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 46°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (0.2").