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Weather & Climate in New Chapel Hill, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
New Chapel Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°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. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 421 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 421 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 323/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2992°N, 95.1686°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Smith County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tyler Pounds Regional (TYR) 14 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
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
26 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 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 71 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 96 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 76 km | 7 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 84 km | 7 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 120 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Jan 20, 2019 | 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas | M3.3 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 131 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M3.0 | 117 km | 8 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 125 km | 9 km |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 8 km W of Huxley, Texas | M3.0 | 128 km | 7 km |
| May 31, 2013 | 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M2.9 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Dec 7, 2012 | 3 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 87 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 4 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Jan 31, 2013 | 7 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 77 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 2012 | 5 km W of Timpson, Texas | M2.7 | 80 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
6 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 | 198 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 145 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 268 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 224 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 279 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 1 | 92 mph | 291 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
641 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 22 fatalities, 487 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 80 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 87 km | 16.9 mi | 1 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 97 km | 41.1 mi | 2 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 67 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2015 | EF3 | 44 km | 10.2 mi | 2 |
| Jan 20, 2010 | EF3 | 96 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 6, 2003 | EF3 | 46 km | 38.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 98 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 30 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1989 | EF3 | 77 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1988 | EF3 | 36 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 55 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 93 km | 10.5 mi | 1 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 79 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1979 | EF3 | 63 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1979 | EF3 | 47 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 1979 | EF3 | 35 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 31, 1974 | EF3 | 85 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1973 | EF3 | 74 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 59 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: NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX (41,645 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX | 41,645 | 95 km |
| 2011 | 502 | 8,344 | 68 km |
| 2011 | OLD MAGNOLIA | 4,881 | 31 km |
| 2020 | C-16/17/18/19 | 4,633 | 85 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 4,363 | 91 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 6 RX | 4,123 | 94 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 3,929 | 91 km |
| 2010 | BURNING | 3,230 | 87 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 3,055 | 90 km |
| 2011 | DIANA | 2,863 | 56 km |
| 2020 | COMP 1 AND 2 | 2,272 | 93 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,239 | 98 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,162 | 91 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,156 | 99 km |
| 2011 | 547 | 2,146 | 72 km |
| 2022 | DCNF COMP 14 | 2,100 | 91 km |
| 2011 | PETERS CHAPEL | 2,072 | 95 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 1,878 | 91 km |
| 2022 | DCNF C-15/16/17 | 1,753 | 91 km |
| 2024 | DCNF COMP 32 RX | 1,733 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
New Chapel Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (2.1").