Weather & Climate in Lindale, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lindale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 542 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 542 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,034/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4941°N, 95.4073°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Smith County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tyler Pounds Regional (TYR) 10 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 86.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 84.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 66.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 74.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
53 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| May 17, 2012 | 3 km NE of Timpson, Texas | M4.8 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 127 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 106 km | 7 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 145 km | 6 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 113 km | 7 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 149 km | 8 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 134 km | 5 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 1 km W of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 4 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Aug 25, 2017 | 5 km S of Farmers Branch, Texas | M3.0 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M3.0 | 148 km | 8 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 141 km | 9 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 |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 224 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 166 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 75 mph | 298 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 2 | 75 mph | 254 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
612 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 17 fatalities, 430 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 63 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 81 km | 16.9 mi | 1 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 45 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2015 | EF3 | 22 km | 10.2 mi | 2 |
| Apr 6, 2003 | EF3 | 74 km | 38.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 79 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 50 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1988 | EF3 | 46 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 75 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Oct 13, 1981 | EF3 | 92 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 76 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1979 | EF3 | 34 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1979 | EF3 | 58 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 1979 | EF3 | 39 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1978 | EF3 | 87 km | 29.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 31, 1974 | EF3 | 99 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1973 | EF3 | 43 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 84 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1970 | EF3 | 46 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1969 | EF3 | 62 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
9 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: 502 (8,344 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | 502 | 8,344 | 96 km |
| 2011 | OLD MAGNOLIA | 4,881 | 45 km |
| 2011 | DIANA | 2,863 | 61 km |
| 2011 | 547 | 2,146 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,634 | 95 km |
| 2011 | 495 | 1,606 | 75 km |
| 2011 | HENDERSON 474 JOHNSON | 1,594 | 61 km |
| 2011 | HENDERSON 475 | 1,379 | 56 km |
| 2006 | COOPER LAKE | 1,224 | 93 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.7 in |
Lindale has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 48°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (2.6").