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Weather & Climate in Kurten, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kurten enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 301 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 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 337 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
85°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 337 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.7900°N, 96.2761°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Brazos County County |
| Nearest Airport | H H Coffield Regional (RCK) 44 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 88.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 59.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Sep 3, 2015 | 7 km NNE of Leander, Texas | M2.9 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2017 | 5 km W of Flatonia, Texas | M2.9 | 150 km | 3 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Round Top, Texas | M2.5 | 95 km | 17 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
12 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 168 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 228 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 277 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 3 | 121 mph | 253 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 96 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 231 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 211 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 251 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 224 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 215 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 214 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 142 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
352 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 22 fatalities, 252 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 10, 1973 | EF4 | 98 km | 23.3 mi | 6 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 42 km | 32.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2012 | EF3 | 100 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 2000 | EF3 | 57 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1990 | EF3 | 93 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 12, 1968 | EF3 | 96 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 22, 1965 | EF3 | 82 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1959 | EF3 | 31 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1957 | EF3 | 79 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1957 | EF3 | 81 km | 16.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1957 | EF3 | 79 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 1956 | EF3 | 15 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 1953 | EF3 | 74 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1953 | EF3 | 83 km | 5.2 mi | 1 |
| Jun 5, 1950 | EF3 | 69 km | 23.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 2022 | EF2 | 69 km | 19.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 24, 2019 | EF2 | 12 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF2 | 74 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2016 | EF2 | 58 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 12, 2015 | EF2 | 83 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RILEY ROAD (18,999 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | RILEY ROAD | 18,999 | 75 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 6,349 | 58 km |
| 2010 | RX BURN COMPARTMENT 86-87 | 5,501 | 98 km |
| 2011 | DYER MILL | 5,170 | 65 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,033 | 72 km |
| 2020 | C-38/39/40 | 4,708 | 71 km |
| 2011 | S839 CONCORD ROBBINS | 4,388 | 50 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,218 | 60 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,195 | 72 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 4,072 | 98 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 4,014 | 72 km |
| 2020 | BIGWOODS C81/86 | 3,979 | 98 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 3,972 | 72 km |
| 2010 | RX BURN C 36 39 | 3,832 | 72 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 3,796 | 85 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 3,489 | 57 km |
| 2021 | BIGWOODS C-80/85 | 3,135 | 95 km |
| 2010 | RX BURN C-61 WMA | 3,103 | 75 km |
| 2010 | RX BURN COMPARTMENT 22-23-24 | 3,012 | 60 km |
| 2011 | CRAB PRAIRIE | 2,933 | 43 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in |
Kurten has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 52°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.2").