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Weather & Climate in Fort Davis, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fort Davis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°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 15.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 4,960 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,960 ft (1,512 m) |
| Area | 10.1 sq mi (26.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 91/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.5789°N, 103.8947°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Jeff Davis County County |
| Nearest Airport | Midland International Air And Space Port (MAF) 137 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 2.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 70.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 17.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2,027 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Apr 14, 1995 | 13 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M5.7 | 62 km | 18 km |
| May 4, 2025 | 59 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M5.4 | 130 km | 8 km |
| Mar 26, 2020 | 41 km W of Mentone, Texas | M5.0 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Feb 15, 2025 | 53 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M5.0 | 123 km | 6 km |
| Jul 21, 2022 | 55 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.9 | 132 km | 6 km |
| Feb 18, 2025 | 52 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.7 | 139 km | 4 km |
| Jun 1, 2022 | 53 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.6 | 141 km | 6 km |
| Mar 25, 2022 | 56 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.6 | 131 km | 7 km |
| Mar 17, 2021 | 57 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.5 | 127 km | 6 km |
| Aug 11, 2022 | 54 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.5 | 133 km | 7 km |
| Jun 25, 2021 | 56 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.4 | 129 km | 6 km |
| Sep 1, 2022 | 38 km WSW of Mentone, Texas | M4.4 | 117 km | 7 km |
| Jun 1, 2022 | western Texas | M4.3 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Mar 5, 2022 | 57 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.3 | 127 km | 7 km |
| Jul 28, 2021 | 54 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M4.3 | 120 km | 6 km |
| Jun 6, 2022 | 52 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.3 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Feb 13, 2022 | 55 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.2 | 131 km | 7 km |
| Jul 23, 2024 | 55 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.2 | 131 km | 6 km |
| Jul 28, 2022 | 55 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.2 | 130 km | 7 km |
| Mar 2, 2025 | 51 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.2 | 132 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
89 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 30 fatalities, 123 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 22, 1987 | EF4 | 51 km | 3.0 mi | 30 |
| May 4, 2024 | EF2 | 98 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2010 | EF2 | 65 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1960 | EF2 | 96 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1955 | EF2 | 100 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 1999 | EF1 | 8 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1992 | EF1 | 49 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1989 | EF1 | 83 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1989 | EF1 | 79 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1981 | EF1 | 76 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1974 | EF1 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1973 | EF1 | 90 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1972 | EF1 | 98 km | 13.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 1964 | EF1 | 98 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1964 | EF1 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1962 | EF1 | 86 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1962 | EF1 | 99 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1962 | EF1 | 80 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1959 | EF1 | 97 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1954 | EF1 | 60 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: ROCK HOUSE (299,170 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | ROCK HOUSE | 299,170 | 6 km |
| 2011 | IRON MOUNTAIN | 85,016 | 76 km |
| 1998 | CIBLO CREEK FIRE | 51,763 | 85 km |
| 2008 | HUGHES RANCH | 42,410 | 24 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 33,784 | 80 km |
| 2011 | ROPER | 28,699 | 37 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 24,743 | 61 km |
| 1990 | CHINATI MOUNTAIN FIRE | 22,736 | 93 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 20,724 | 47 km |
| 2008 | CATHEDRAL | 19,342 | 57 km |
| 2018 | MCDANNALD | 18,338 | 29 km |
| 1993 | MCIVOR FIRE | 15,255 | 30 km |
| 2012 | LIVERMORE RANCH | 14,001 | 29 km |
| 1993 | DONAHOE FIRE | 13,827 | 44 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 12,589 | 82 km |
| 2012 | SPRING MOUNTAIN FIRE | 12,528 | 40 km |
| 2010 | BRITE RANCH | 12,291 | 67 km |
| 2011 | TEJANO CANYON | 11,759 | 22 km |
| 2009 | ELEPHANT MOUNTAIN | 10,650 | 62 km |
| 2018 | SCENIC LOOP COMPLEX | 10,247 | 30 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Fort Davis has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 45°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and March the driest (0.4").