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Weather & Climate in Marfa, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Marfa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 4,698 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,698 ft (1,432 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,345/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.3107°N, 104.0255°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Jeff Davis County County |
| Nearest Airport | Midland International Air And Space Port (MAF) 156 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 2.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 70.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 17.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
703 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Apr 14, 1995 | 13 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M5.7 | 65 km | 18 km |
| Sep 1, 2022 | 38 km WSW of Mentone, Texas | M4.4 | 146 km | 7 km |
| Jun 1, 2022 | western Texas | M4.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jul 28, 2021 | 54 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M4.3 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2023 | 37 km NNW of Toyah, Texas | M4.1 | 145 km | 8 km |
| Sep 2, 2022 | 36 km NNW of Toyah, Texas | M4.1 | 143 km | 6 km |
| May 5, 2013 | 77 km WSW of Valentine, Texas | M4.0 | 116 km | 15 km |
| Apr 27, 2022 | 37 km WSW of Mentone, Texas | M4.0 | 145 km | 9 km |
| Apr 28, 2022 | 36 km WSW of Mentone, Texas | M4.0 | 145 km | 9 km |
| Apr 15, 1995 | 10 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M4.0 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Mar 3, 2024 | 37 km NNW of Toyah, Texas | M3.9 | 145 km | 8 km |
| May 22, 2023 | 37 km NNW of Toyah, Texas | M3.9 | 145 km | 8 km |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 40 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M3.8 | 139 km | 7 km |
| Jul 12, 2023 | 39 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M3.8 | 139 km | 6 km |
| Aug 22, 2023 | 37 km NNW of Toyah, Texas | M3.8 | 145 km | 8 km |
| May 10, 2023 | 42 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M3.8 | 136 km | 7 km |
| May 19, 2023 | 37 km NNW of Toyah, Texas | M3.8 | 144 km | 9 km |
| Aug 26, 2017 | 50 km NNW of Ojinaga, Mexico | M3.7 | 76 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2023 | 38 km NNW of Toyah, Texas | M3.7 | 145 km | 9 km |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 39 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M3.7 | 139 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
47 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 30 fatalities, 122 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 22, 1987 | EF4 | 84 km | 3.0 mi | 30 |
| May 23, 2010 | EF2 | 96 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 1999 | EF1 | 30 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1992 | EF1 | 74 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1981 | EF1 | 76 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1954 | EF1 | 56 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 2019 | EF0 | 88 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 2019 | EF0 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2017 | EF0 | 35 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2015 | EF0 | 57 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2013 | EF0 | 24 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2010 | EF0 | 93 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2010 | EF0 | 90 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2007 | EF0 | 55 km | 1.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2007 | EF0 | 31 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2007 | EF0 | 56 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 2004 | EF0 | 81 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2003 | EF0 | 38 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 2002 | EF0 | 86 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 1, 2002 | EF0 | 100 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ROCK HOUSE (299,170 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | ROCK HOUSE | 299,170 | 36 km |
| 2011 | IRON MOUNTAIN | 85,016 | 88 km |
| 1998 | CIBLO CREEK FIRE | 51,763 | 54 km |
| 2008 | HUGHES RANCH | 42,410 | 23 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 33,784 | 92 km |
| 2011 | ROPER | 28,699 | 48 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 24,743 | 69 km |
| 1990 | CHINATI MOUNTAIN FIRE | 22,736 | 62 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 20,724 | 74 km |
| 2008 | CATHEDRAL | 19,342 | 62 km |
| 2018 | MCDANNALD | 18,338 | 35 km |
| 1993 | MCIVOR FIRE | 15,255 | 45 km |
| 2012 | LIVERMORE RANCH | 14,001 | 40 km |
| 1993 | DONAHOE FIRE | 13,827 | 58 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 12,589 | 51 km |
| 2012 | SPRING MOUNTAIN FIRE | 12,528 | 50 km |
| 2010 | BRITE RANCH | 12,291 | 43 km |
| 2011 | TEJANO CANYON | 11,759 | 41 km |
| 2009 | ELEPHANT MOUNTAIN | 10,650 | 44 km |
| 2018 | SCENIC LOOP COMPLEX | 10,247 | 46 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in |
Marfa has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 42°F in January to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and March the driest (0.3").