Weather & Climate in Gregory, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gregory has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 51. 49% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 31 feet.
Temperature
58°F Jan (14°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 73.0°F |
| 35% above US avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 31 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,360/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.9232°N, 97.2909°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Nueces County County |
| Nearest Airport | Corpus Christi International (CRP) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 51.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 48.6% |
| Unhealthy Days | 16 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 96.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 76.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 86.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
193 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 20, 2011 | 14 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M4.8 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2025 | 18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.6 | 137 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M4.5 | 135 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M4.3 | 135 km | 8 km |
| Apr 9, 1993 | 21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas | M4.1 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Sep 14, 2023 | 16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.1 | 137 km | 8 km |
| May 1, 2018 | 4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas | M4.0 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Feb 22, 2024 | 3 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 136 km | 8 km |
| Apr 7, 2008 | 7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 135 km | 8 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 10 km WNW of Driscoll, Texas | M3.9 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Mar 24, 1997 | 4 km SSE of Alice, Texas | M3.8 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Feb 12, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 135 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 2 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 135 km | 8 km |
| Jan 6, 2018 | 17 km SW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Jul 20, 1991 | 8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 2019 | 5 km SE of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 133 km | 5 km |
| May 2, 2024 | 2 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 136 km | 7 km |
| Jan 31, 2025 | 19 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 138 km | 7 km |
| Feb 23, 2024 | 2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 136 km | 8 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 | 140 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 108 km |
| 2020 | Hanna | Category 1 | 92 mph | 124 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 36 km |
| 2008 | Dolly | Category 2 | 98 mph | 166 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 294 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 299 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 84 km |
| 2003 | Erika | Category 1 | 75 mph | 292 km |
| 1999 | Bret | Category 4 | 144 mph | 114 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 255 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 243 km |
| 1983 | Barry | Category 1 | 81 mph | 281 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 4 | 144 mph | 158 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
368 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 113 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 1976 | EF3 | 53 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1970 | EF3 | 62 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| May 16, 1969 | EF3 | 54 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 29 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1965 | EF3 | 88 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 8, 1963 | EF3 | 30 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 22, 1954 | EF3 | 29 km | 20.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 2010 | EF2 | 22 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 24, 2002 | EF2 | 39 km | 2.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 10, 1980 | EF2 | 63 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 10, 1980 | EF2 | 80 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1980 | EF2 | 63 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1980 | EF2 | 7 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF2 | 38 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1976 | EF2 | 63 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1976 | EF2 | 63 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 29, 1972 | EF2 | 93 km | 10.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 63 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1969 | EF2 | 55 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1968 | EF2 | 65 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BORREGA (54,575 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | BORREGA | 54,575 | 94 km |
| 2020 | SHOOTING RANGE | 15,389 | 59 km |
| 2012 | 6 MILE | 12,272 | 60 km |
| 2024 | LAGUNA 24 | 12,147 | 60 km |
| 2005 | DAISY | 10,556 | 62 km |
| 2012 | MATAGORDA B5 | 7,817 | 88 km |
| 2018 | TRUST | 6,648 | 100 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 6,236 | 53 km |
| 2009 | TURTLE | 5,457 | 91 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 4,966 | 52 km |
| 1986 | FIREWORKS | 4,733 | 62 km |
| 2008 | POLARIS | 4,624 | 45 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,589 | 41 km |
| 2018 | LIGHTNING14 | 4,241 | 74 km |
| 2001 | SAVANNAH S | 3,866 | 57 km |
| 2023 | LAGUNA LARGA | 3,850 | 97 km |
| 2014 | 28 MILE | 3,719 | 92 km |
| 2009 | FLACA | 3,366 | 68 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 3,320 | 47 km |
| 2021 | BAFFIN | 3,223 | 98 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in |
Gregory has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 58°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (1.3").