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Weather & Climate in Knippa, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Knippa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 312 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 24.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 990 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 990 ft (302 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 195/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.3038°N, 99.6308°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Uvalde County County |
| Nearest Airport | Maverick County Memorial International (EGP) 62 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 70.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 76.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| 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
68 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 | 136 km | 9 km |
| Jul 24, 2025 | 18 km E of El Indio, Texas | M3.6 | 99 km | 1 km |
| Apr 3, 2005 | 11 km NE of Guerrero, Mexico | M3.5 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Feb 20, 2022 | 3 km S of El Indio, Texas | M3.4 | 113 km | 3 km |
| Jan 9, 2021 | 3 km WSW of El Indio, Texas | M3.3 | 113 km | 9 km |
| Feb 18, 2021 | 7 km SSE of El Indio, Texas | M3.3 | 114 km | 7 km |
| Sep 10, 2014 | 7 km NNE of Charlotte, Texas | M3.2 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2018 | 2 km SW of Christine, Texas | M3.1 | 124 km | 8 km |
| Jan 7, 2018 | 20 km WSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.1 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jul 19, 2023 | 18 km E of Pleasanton, Texas | M3.1 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jun 18, 2021 | 3 km SSW of El Indio, Texas | M3.1 | 114 km | 2 km |
| Jul 24, 2021 | 11 km NW of Tilden, Texas | M3.1 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Feb 16, 2025 | 19 km WSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.1 | 147 km | 7 km |
| Feb 27, 2021 | 6 km WNW of El Indio, Texas | M3.0 | 112 km | 9 km |
| Jun 3, 2018 | 8 km E of Christine, Texas | M3.0 | 131 km | 3 km |
| Mar 10, 2025 | 20 km WSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.0 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Feb 4, 2012 | 23 km SW of Falls City, Texas | M3.0 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Feb 16, 2025 | 19 km WSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.0 | 147 km | 8 km |
| Jun 11, 2018 | 6 km E of Christine, Texas | M2.9 | 130 km | 3 km |
| Sep 21, 2024 | 17 km NE of Tilden, Texas | M2.9 | 146 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
4 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 | 236 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 81 mph | 277 km |
| 1999 | Bret | Category 3 | 115 mph | 287 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 2 | 98 mph | 202 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
136 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 10 fatalities, 124 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 16, 1989 | EF4 | 77 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1973 | EF4 | 66 km | 23.3 mi | 5 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF4 | 95 km | 1.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 29, 1975 | EF3 | 51 km | 8.3 mi | 3 |
| Jun 26, 1970 | EF3 | 88 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 85 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 69 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2006 | EF2 | 13 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 2002 | EF2 | 49 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2002 | EF2 | 92 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2001 | EF2 | 45 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 1996 | EF2 | 27 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF2 | 78 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1988 | EF2 | 98 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1976 | EF2 | 98 km | 15.2 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1975 | EF2 | 19 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1971 | EF2 | 89 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 72 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1970 | EF2 | 31 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BURR (4,633 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | BURR | 4,633 | 92 km |
| 2008 | COMMANCHE RANCH | 4,488 | 94 km |
| 2008 | GARVEN STORE COMPLEX | 3,379 | 80 km |
| 2008 | HOLMES | 3,331 | 80 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 2,654 | 80 km |
| 2022 | WEST NUECES | 1,893 | 62 km |
| 2006 | CVFD NUMBER 70 | 1,177 | 37 km |
| 2022 | DAS GOAT | 1,135 | 72 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in |
Knippa has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 52°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (1.1").