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Weather & Climate in Fairfield, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fairfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°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 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 467 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 467 ft (142 m) |
| Area | 5.5 sq mi (14.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 531/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7174°N, 96.1705°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Freestone County County |
| Nearest Airport | Waco Regional (ACT) 63 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
62 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 | 122 km | 3 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 124 km | 7 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 142 km | 6 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 146 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 127 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 144 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 146 km | 8 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 148 km | 5 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 146 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 126 km | 6 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas | M3.1 | 129 km | 4 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 1 km W of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 4 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 142 km | 8 km |
| Jan 20, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.0 | 141 km | 9 km |
| Aug 25, 2017 | 5 km S of Farmers Branch, Texas | M3.0 | 146 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
8 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 | 269 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 278 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 115 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 290 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 239 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 290 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 270 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 233 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
421 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 141 fatalities, 1,171 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 11, 1953 | EF5 | 95 km | 20.9 mi | 114 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 62 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Mar 10, 1973 | EF4 | 66 km | 23.3 mi | 6 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 91 km | 41.1 mi | 2 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 81 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2015 | EF3 | 93 km | 10.2 mi | 2 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 90 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1990 | EF3 | 34 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 80 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 46 km | 10.5 mi | 1 |
| Oct 13, 1981 | EF3 | 26 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 85 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 36 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 1979 | EF3 | 80 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1978 | EF3 | 96 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1976 | EF3 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 31, 1974 | EF3 | 57 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 95 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1973 | EF3 | 49 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1969 | EF3 | 71 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: UNNAMED (7,272 acres, 2021).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 7,272 | 99 km |
| 2011 | 841 ARBOR | 4,966 | 91 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 100 km |
| 2020 | C-16/17/18/19 | 4,633 | 98 km |
| 2011 | S839 CONCORD ROBBINS | 4,388 | 54 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 4,363 | 99 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 6 RX | 4,123 | 90 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 3,929 | 99 km |
| 2011 | C#491 | 3,616 | 53 km |
| 2010 | BURNING | 3,230 | 98 km |
| 2021 | C-40/42 | 3,157 | 99 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 3,055 | 100 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,999 | 98 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,980 | 96 km |
| 2020 | COMP 1 AND 2 | 2,272 | 84 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,267 | 97 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,162 | 97 km |
| 2011 | 547 | 2,146 | 97 km |
| 2022 | DCNF COMP 14 | 2,100 | 97 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 1,878 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in |
Fairfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 47°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.0").