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Weather & Climate in Monahans, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Monahans enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 330 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 11.4 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 2,722 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,722 ft (830 m) |
| Area | 28.4 sq mi (73.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 261/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6557°N, 103.0837°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Ward County County |
| Nearest Airport | Midland International Air And Space Port (MAF) 55 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 15.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 82.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 12.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2,333 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.4.
| May 4, 2025 | 59 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M5.4 | 130 km | 8 km |
| Sep 17, 2024 | 2024 North of Tarzan, Texas Earthquake | M5.1 | 128 km | 6 km |
| Mar 26, 2020 | 41 km W of Mentone, Texas | M5.0 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Feb 15, 2025 | 53 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M5.0 | 104 km | 6 km |
| Jul 21, 2022 | 55 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.9 | 127 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2025 | 26 km SW of Ackerly, Texas | M4.8 | 135 km | 7 km |
| Feb 18, 2025 | 52 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.7 | 134 km | 4 km |
| Jun 1, 2022 | 53 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.6 | 139 km | 6 km |
| Mar 25, 2022 | 56 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.6 | 127 km | 7 km |
| Jan 2, 1992 | 12 km SSE of Eunice, New Mexico | M4.6 | 76 km | 5 km |
| Mar 17, 2021 | 57 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.5 | 121 km | 6 km |
| Aug 11, 2022 | 54 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.5 | 127 km | 7 km |
| Jun 25, 2021 | 56 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.4 | 122 km | 6 km |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 21 km N of Stanton, Texas | M4.4 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Sep 1, 2022 | 38 km WSW of Mentone, Texas | M4.4 | 86 km | 7 km |
| Jun 6, 2022 | 52 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.3 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Mar 5, 2022 | 57 km S of Whites City, New Mexico | M4.3 | 116 km | 7 km |
| Jun 1, 2022 | western Texas | M4.3 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Jul 28, 2021 | 54 km NW of Toyah, Texas | M4.3 | 111 km | 6 km |
| Feb 22, 2023 | western Texas | M4.2 | 122 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
242 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 32 fatalities, 215 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 1, 1990 | EF4 | 95 km | 22.0 mi | 2 |
| May 22, 1987 | EF4 | 92 km | 3.0 mi | 30 |
| May 30, 2024 | EF3 | 96 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 2019 | EF3 | 74 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 2010 | EF3 | 39 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1977 | EF3 | 30 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1965 | EF3 | 99 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 2024 | EF2 | 86 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 18, 2012 | EF2 | 82 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2010 | EF2 | 79 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1999 | EF2 | 63 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1999 | EF2 | 58 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 1992 | EF2 | 68 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1990 | EF2 | 87 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1987 | EF2 | 23 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF2 | 91 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 15, 1981 | EF2 | 68 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1977 | EF2 | 55 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1974 | EF2 | 46 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1973 | EF2 | 75 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FRYING PAN RANCH (106,253 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | FRYING PAN RANCH | 106,253 | 65 km |
| 2011 | DERICK FIRE | 27,780 | 86 km |
| 2011 | PLEASANT FARMS | 15,516 | 63 km |
| 2011 | HICKMAN | 14,828 | 90 km |
| 1993 | JALTWO | 13,332 | 71 km |
| 2008 | ELLISON | 11,140 | 45 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 8,266 | 82 km |
| 2008 | PARKER | 6,844 | 89 km |
| 2008 | GRAND FALLS | 5,851 | 42 km |
| 2011 | SAND RANCH | 5,839 | 71 km |
| 2011 | CEED FIRE | 5,744 | 91 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 5,516 | 29 km |
| 2008 | ANDREW COUNTY COMPLEX | 5,010 | 92 km |
| 2009 | CRIDER RANCH | 4,056 | 6 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 3,953 | 66 km |
| 2008 | TUBBS CORNER | 3,404 | 44 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 3,193 | 82 km |
| 2011 | BATES FIELD FIRE | 3,186 | 77 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 3,037 | 69 km |
| 2010 | 304 | 2,918 | 30 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in |
Monahans has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 45°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.3") and March the driest (0.3").