Weather & Climate in Moore, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Moore has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 651 feet.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 651 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.0579°N, 99.0058°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Medina County County |
| Nearest Airport | San Antonio International (SAT) 46 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 68.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 75.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 18.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
234 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 20, 2011 | 14 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M4.8 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2025 | 18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.6 | 113 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M4.5 | 96 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M4.3 | 96 km | 8 km |
| Sep 14, 2023 | 16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.1 | 111 km | 8 km |
| Apr 9, 1993 | 21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas | M4.1 | 90 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2018 | 4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas | M4.0 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Feb 22, 2024 | 3 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 100 km | 8 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 96 km | 8 km |
| Apr 7, 2008 | 7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Jul 19, 2023 | 19 km E of Pleasanton, Texas | M3.8 | 71 km | 9 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 2 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 97 km | 8 km |
| Feb 12, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 97 km | 7 km |
| Jul 20, 1991 | 8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jul 24, 2025 | 18 km E of El Indio, Texas | M3.6 | 124 km | 1 km |
| Jun 16, 2019 | 5 km SE of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2018 | 17 km SW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 2005 | 11 km NE of Guerrero, Mexico | M3.5 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 2024 | 2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 99 km | 8 km |
| May 2, 2024 | 2 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 99 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
7 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 293 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 298 km |
| 2020 | Hanna | Category 1 | 92 mph | 291 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 171 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 211 km |
| 1999 | Bret | Category 4 | 138 mph | 235 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 2 | 98 mph | 178 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
218 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 12 fatalities, 130 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 15, 1973 | EF4 | 33 km | 23.3 mi | 5 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF4 | 64 km | 1.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 29, 1975 | EF3 | 17 km | 8.3 mi | 3 |
| Nov 22, 1961 | EF3 | 58 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF3 | 72 km | 4.9 mi | 1 |
| Feb 19, 2017 | EF2 | 69 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Oct 30, 2015 | EF2 | 83 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 32 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 11 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2006 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 2002 | EF2 | 17 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2002 | EF2 | 38 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2001 | EF2 | 38 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 1996 | EF2 | 73 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1988 | EF2 | 53 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 4, 1983 | EF2 | 95 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 10, 1980 | EF2 | 70 km | 12.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1976 | EF2 | 97 km | 15.2 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1975 | EF2 | 79 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 1970 | EF2 | 59 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: HIGHWAY 322 (44,652 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | HIGHWAY 322 | 44,652 | 88 km |
| 2008 | COTULLA | 8,419 | 73 km |
| 2022 | LOS ANGELES | 6,287 | 66 km |
| 2022 | CHRISTINE | 2,946 | 60 km |
| 2022 | TRAINING AREA 23 | 2,696 | 84 km |
| 2006 | CVFD NUMBER 70 | 1,177 | 71 km |
| 2022 | DAS GOAT | 1,135 | 51 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
Moore has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 54°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.3") and December the driest (1.1").