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Weather & Climate in Kerrville, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kerrville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°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 1,618 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,618 ft (493 m) |
| Area | 20.7 sq mi (53.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,070/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.0377°N, 99.1324°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Kerr County County |
| Nearest Airport | San Antonio International (SAT) 53 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 77.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 86.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 32.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
22 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jul 19, 2023 | 19 km E of Pleasanton, Texas | M3.8 | 145 km | 9 km |
| Sep 10, 2014 | 7 km NNE of Charlotte, Texas | M3.2 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jul 19, 2023 | 18 km E of Pleasanton, Texas | M3.1 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Sep 3, 2015 | 7 km NNE of Leander, Texas | M2.9 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Jul 14, 2025 | 17 km SW of Charlotte, Texas | M2.8 | 146 km | 4 km |
| Jan 16, 2015 | 5 km NW of Jourdanton, Texas | M2.8 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2009 | 5 km SSE of Jourdanton, Texas | M2.8 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Aug 10, 1992 | 4 km NNW of Pleasanton, Texas | M2.8 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Mar 6, 2024 | 20 km WSW of Poth, Texas | M2.7 | 146 km | 9 km |
| Jul 30, 2025 | 15 km E of Pearsall, Texas | M2.7 | 129 km | 6 km |
| Feb 14, 2025 | 19 km SW of Charlotte, Texas | M2.7 | 148 km | 7 km |
| Aug 17, 2023 | 4 km SSE of Pearsall, Texas | M2.6 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Apr 1, 2024 | 15 km ESE of Pleasanton, Texas | M2.6 | 148 km | 6 km |
| Jan 19, 2000 | 4 km ESE of Jourdanton, Texas | M2.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Feb 28, 2025 | 18 km SSW of Charlotte, Texas | M2.6 | 150 km | 4 km |
| Mar 15, 2022 | 24 km E of Hilltop, Texas | M2.5 | 148 km | 6 km |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 17 km ESE of Pleasanton, Texas | M2.5 | 149 km | 7 km |
| May 16, 2019 | 17 km SW of Charlotte, Texas | M2.5 | 145 km | 6 km |
| Apr 8, 2025 | 12 km E of Pearsall, Texas | M2.5 | 127 km | 8 km |
| Jun 7, 2025 | 17 km E of Pearsall, Texas | M2.5 | 132 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 |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 232 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 269 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 1 | — | 283 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
203 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 4 fatalities, 135 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 11, 1999 | EF4 | 72 km | 7.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF4 | 67 km | 1.0 mi | 2 |
| Oct 12, 2001 | EF3 | 50 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1999 | EF3 | 30 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1979 | EF3 | 85 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1969 | EF3 | 76 km | 41.6 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1969 | EF3 | 54 km | 38.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1961 | EF3 | 94 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF3 | 80 km | 4.9 mi | 1 |
| Feb 19, 2017 | EF2 | 86 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2016 | EF2 | 52 km | 4.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 95 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2002 | EF2 | 98 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2001 | EF2 | 74 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 1996 | EF2 | 68 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF2 | 60 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF2 | 27 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1989 | EF2 | 43 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1988 | EF2 | 86 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 4, 1983 | EF2 | 33 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: EATON CEMETERY (10,441 acres, 2015).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2015 | EATON CEMETERY | 10,441 | 90 km |
| 2011 | OASIS | 7,919 | 84 km |
| 2011 | JAMES RIVER ROAD | 3,918 | 60 km |
| 1984 | STEWAIT | 3,696 | 79 km |
| 2022 | NETHERY ROAD | 3,391 | 96 km |
| 2008 | GARVEN STORE COMPLEX | 3,379 | 52 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 2,719 | 91 km |
| 2022 | TRAINING AREA 23 | 2,696 | 68 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 2,654 | 42 km |
| 2007 | ART | 2,623 | 81 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,234 | 96 km |
| 2011 | DOSS | 1,860 | 34 km |
| 2008 | KERR COUNTY COMPLEX | 1,775 | 35 km |
| 2022 | BUDDY | 1,521 | 66 km |
| 2022 | BIG SKY | 1,403 | 53 km |
| 2015 | MK | 1,311 | 64 km |
| 2007 | WILLOW CITY | 1,235 | 57 km |
| 2022 | SMOKE RIDER | 1,233 | 86 km |
| 2006 | CVFD NUMBER 70 | 1,177 | 58 km |
| 2008 | SANDY 2-148 | 1,144 | 75 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 1.5 in |
Kerrville has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (1.4").