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Weather & Climate in Fredericksburg, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fredericksburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 303 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 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,730 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,730 ft (527 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (24.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.2657°N, 98.8757°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Gillespie County County |
| Nearest Airport | San Antonio International (SAT) 56 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 57.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 59.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 56.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Sep 3, 2015 | 7 km NNE of Leander, Texas | M2.9 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Jan 16, 2015 | 5 km NW of Jourdanton, Texas | M2.8 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Aug 10, 1992 | 4 km NNW of Pleasanton, Texas | M2.8 | 145 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
3 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 298 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 231 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 266 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
221 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 6 fatalities, 126 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 11, 1999 | EF4 | 51 km | 7.0 mi | 1 |
| May 27, 1997 | EF4 | 83 km | 5.6 mi | 1 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF4 | 79 km | 1.0 mi | 2 |
| Oct 12, 2001 | EF3 | 20 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1999 | EF3 | 31 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1994 | EF3 | 67 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1979 | EF3 | 74 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 1973 | EF3 | 81 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1969 | EF3 | 34 km | 38.9 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1969 | EF3 | 74 km | 41.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 100 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF3 | 86 km | 4.9 mi | 1 |
| Feb 19, 2017 | EF2 | 94 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 15, 2017 | EF2 | 96 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2016 | EF2 | 59 km | 4.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1999 | EF2 | 87 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1999 | EF2 | 91 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF2 | 89 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF2 | 43 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1989 | EF2 | 9 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SAN SABA FIRE (12,896 acres, 1993).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1993 | SAN SABA FIRE | 12,896 | 94 km |
| 2015 | EATON CEMETERY | 10,441 | 66 km |
| 2011 | OASIS | 7,919 | 100 km |
| 1999 | WILLIAMS RANCH FIRE | 6,226 | 94 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 4,490 | 100 km |
| 2011 | SPICEWOOD | 4,239 | 75 km |
| 2011 | JAMES RIVER ROAD | 3,918 | 51 km |
| 1984 | STEWAIT | 3,696 | 47 km |
| 2015 | LOG CABIN | 3,391 | 86 km |
| 2008 | GARVEN STORE COMPLEX | 3,379 | 81 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,928 | 91 km |
| 2022 | TRAINING AREA 23 | 2,696 | 70 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 2,654 | 72 km |
| 2007 | ART | 2,623 | 60 km |
| 2014 | HAVELAH | 2,320 | 86 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,234 | 63 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,183 | 100 km |
| 2011 | DOSS | 1,860 | 29 km |
| 2008 | HAVERLAH FIRE | 1,812 | 78 km |
| 2008 | KERR COUNTY COMPLEX | 1,775 | 53 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 1.4 in |
Fredericksburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.4").