Weather & Climate in Garwood, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Garwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 159 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 159 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.4415°N, 96.4134°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Colorado County County |
| Nearest Airport | Wharton Regional (WHT) 20 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 62.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 83.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 40.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very 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 Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
81 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Jan 30, 2025 | 18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.6 | 145 km | 7 km |
| Sep 14, 2023 | 16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.1 | 147 km | 8 km |
| Jan 31, 2025 | 19 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 144 km | 7 km |
| Apr 10, 2021 | 10 km SSE of Smiley, Texas | M3.4 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 2024 | 21 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.2 | 143 km | 7 km |
| Feb 7, 2021 | 8 km ESE of Smiley, Texas | M3.2 | 113 km | 6 km |
| May 14, 2019 | 1 km SSE of Smiley, Texas | M3.1 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Jan 3, 2025 | 20 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.1 | 144 km | 7 km |
| May 12, 2019 | 18 km N of Yorktown, Texas | M3.1 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Sep 11, 2023 | 17 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.1 | 147 km | 8 km |
| Apr 18, 2020 | 21 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.1 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Feb 19, 2015 | 3 km N of Hallettsville, Texas | M3.1 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Jan 1, 2024 | 18 km S of Gonzales, Texas | M3.0 | 100 km | 3 km |
| Mar 4, 2019 | 11 km SE of Cuero, Texas | M3.0 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 2019 | 13 km ESE of Smiley, Texas | M3.0 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Sep 11, 2023 | 17 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.0 | 147 km | 8 km |
| May 10, 2019 | 13 km SSE of Stockdale, Texas | M3.0 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Sep 22, 2015 | 14 km SSW of Nixon, Texas | M2.9 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Aug 30, 2023 | 17 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M2.9 | 147 km | 8 km |
| Aug 19, 2022 | 11 km E of Smiley, Texas | M2.9 | 109 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
14 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 43 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 99 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 286 km |
| 2020 | Hanna | Category 1 | 92 mph | 264 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 119 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 149 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 178 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 252 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 105 km |
| 1999 | Bret | Category 3 | 115 mph | 299 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 196 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 140 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 211 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 93 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
550 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 12 fatalities, 263 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 8, 1976 | EF3 | 96 km | 12.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 24, 1975 | EF3 | 48 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 1974 | EF3 | 66 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Nov 5, 1968 | EF3 | 91 km | 14.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 43 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 42 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 46 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 85 km | 1.0 mi | 4 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 46 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 64 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 1966 | EF3 | 8 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 9, 1966 | EF3 | 58 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1965 | EF3 | 40 km | 0.2 mi | 1 |
| Nov 22, 1961 | EF3 | 33 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1957 | EF3 | 85 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF3 | 96 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1950 | EF3 | 82 km | 23.9 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 2019 | EF2 | 74 km | 2.4 mi | 0 |
| Feb 14, 2017 | EF2 | 69 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2012 | EF2 | 47 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
9 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BAILEY (3,136 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | BAILEY | 3,136 | 36 km |
| 2011 | LUTHERHILL | 2,215 | 73 km |
| 2009 | REESE LANE | 1,888 | 37 km |
| 2017 | SALEM RD | 1,672 | 80 km |
| 1999 | CACTUS | 1,570 | 96 km |
| 2011 | GEORGE BUSH PARK | 1,557 | 81 km |
| 2013 | SARGENT RANCH | 1,395 | 99 km |
| 2009 | EL TORRO | 1,108 | 67 km |
| 1998 | PRAUSE PRAIRIE | 1,027 | 34 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in |
Garwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 52°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.1").