Weather & Climate in Huntsville, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Huntsville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 36.3 sq mi (94.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,123/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.7005°N, 95.5549°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Walker County County |
| Nearest Airport | Conroe/North Houston Regional (CXO) 25 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 73.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 71.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 22.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| 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 High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 119 km | 7 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M3.0 | 139 km | 8 km |
| May 4, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M2.6 | 140 km | 6 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Round Top, Texas | M2.5 | 134 km | 17 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
15 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 | 162 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 212 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 207 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 104 mph | 256 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 279 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 41 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 172 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 121 mph | 141 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 267 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 165 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 175 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 150 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 285 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 291 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 111 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
431 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 24 fatalities, 299 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Dec 28, 2024 | EF3 | 65 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 22, 2020 | EF3 | 39 km | 28.5 mi | 3 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 85 km | 41.1 mi | 2 |
| Dec 25, 2012 | EF3 | 56 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 2002 | EF3 | 87 km | 49.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 88 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 19, 1990 | EF3 | 82 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 5, 1986 | EF3 | 75 km | 5.0 mi | 2 |
| Dec 12, 1968 | EF3 | 44 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 22, 1965 | EF3 | 56 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 12, 1961 | EF3 | 100 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 22, 1957 | EF3 | 75 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1957 | EF3 | 77 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 1956 | EF3 | 78 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1953 | EF3 | 59 km | 5.2 mi | 1 |
| Jun 5, 1950 | EF3 | 100 km | 23.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 2022 | EF2 | 50 km | 19.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 24, 2019 | EF2 | 71 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF2 | 42 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2016 | EF2 | 64 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: EAST TEXAS COMPLEX (19,100 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | EAST TEXAS COMPLEX | 19,100 | 71 km |
| 2011 | RILEY ROAD | 18,999 | 58 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 7,272 | 71 km |
| 2010 | C 32 WFHF | 6,451 | 82 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 6,349 | 29 km |
| 2010 | RX BURN COMPARTMENT 86-87 | 5,501 | 29 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 5,187 | 71 km |
| 2011 | DYER MILL | 5,170 | 56 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,033 | 18 km |
| 2011 | 841 ARBOR | 4,966 | 68 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 70 km |
| 2020 | C-38/39/40 | 4,708 | 25 km |
| 2020 | C-16/17/18/19 | 4,633 | 100 km |
| 2011 | S839 CONCORD ROBBINS | 4,388 | 82 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 4,363 | 95 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,218 | 22 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 4,215 | 72 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,195 | 17 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 6 RX | 4,123 | 89 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 4,072 | 29 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 53°F (11°C) | 4.1 in |
Huntsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 51°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.8").