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Weather & Climate in New Ulm, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
New Ulm enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°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 46.9 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 408 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 408 ft (124 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.8830°N, 96.4960°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Austin County County |
| Nearest Airport | Wharton Regional (WHT) 48 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 53.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 63.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 39.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
47 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.4.
| Apr 10, 2021 | 10 km SSE of Smiley, Texas | M3.4 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2021 | 8 km ESE of Smiley, Texas | M3.2 | 125 km | 6 km |
| Feb 19, 2015 | 3 km N of Hallettsville, Texas | M3.1 | 63 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2019 | 1 km SSE of Smiley, Texas | M3.1 | 130 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2019 | 18 km N of Yorktown, Texas | M3.1 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jan 1, 2024 | 18 km S of Gonzales, Texas | M3.0 | 110 km | 3 km |
| Mar 4, 2019 | 11 km SE of Cuero, Texas | M3.0 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 2019 | 13 km ESE of Smiley, Texas | M3.0 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Aug 19, 2022 | 11 km E of Smiley, Texas | M2.9 | 120 km | 7 km |
| Jul 21, 2021 | 11 km S of Smiley, Texas | M2.9 | 135 km | 5 km |
| May 22, 2023 | 16 km S of Smiley, Texas | M2.9 | 140 km | 5 km |
| May 17, 2019 | 12 km ESE of Smiley, Texas | M2.9 | 122 km | 7 km |
| Oct 20, 2017 | 5 km W of Flatonia, Texas | M2.9 | 68 km | 3 km |
| May 14, 2017 | 16 km NNW of Yorktown, Texas | M2.8 | 131 km | 2 km |
| Jun 16, 2022 | 17 km E of Smiley, Texas | M2.8 | 115 km | 7 km |
| Apr 8, 2021 | 9 km SSE of Smiley, Texas | M2.8 | 133 km | 8 km |
| Jul 12, 2022 | 12 km WNW of Yorktown, Texas | M2.8 | 143 km | 7 km |
| May 4, 2023 | 17 km S of Nixon, Texas | M2.7 | 148 km | 7 km |
| Jan 4, 1995 | 1 km NW of Hallettsville, Texas | M2.7 | 65 km | 5 km |
| Mar 6, 2014 | 14 km S of Nixon, Texas | M2.7 | 146 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 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 | 81 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 143 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 153 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 133 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 199 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 240 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 148 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 205 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 163 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 212 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 98 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
512 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 16 fatalities, 260 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 10, 2000 | EF3 | 62 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 5, 1986 | EF3 | 93 km | 5.0 mi | 2 |
| Dec 24, 1975 | EF3 | 96 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 1974 | EF3 | 80 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 81 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 27 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 27 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 59 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 1966 | EF3 | 51 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 22, 1965 | EF3 | 83 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1965 | EF3 | 68 km | 0.2 mi | 1 |
| Nov 22, 1961 | EF3 | 67 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1959 | EF3 | 99 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1957 | EF3 | 55 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1957 | EF3 | 95 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1957 | EF3 | 54 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1957 | EF3 | 63 km | 16.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 1956 | EF3 | 89 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 1953 | EF3 | 82 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
18 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX (31,838 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX | 31,838 | 76 km |
| 2011 | RILEY ROAD | 18,999 | 75 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 6,349 | 100 km |
| 2011 | DYER MILL | 5,170 | 73 km |
| 2011 | DELHI | 4,735 | 91 km |
| 2015 | HIDDEN PINES | 3,807 | 70 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 3,489 | 99 km |
| 2011 | BAILEY | 3,136 | 14 km |
| 2021 | C-8/9 | 2,722 | 98 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENTS 1/4 RX | 2,252 | 98 km |
| 2011 | LUTHERHILL | 2,215 | 35 km |
| 2010 | RX BURN COMPARTMENTS 6-7-8-9 | 2,136 | 99 km |
| 2009 | REESE LANE | 1,888 | 13 km |
| 2010 | C 30 WMA | 1,739 | 99 km |
| 2011 | GEORGE BUSH PARK | 1,557 | 82 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 1,315 | 97 km |
| 2009 | WILDERNESS RIDGE | 1,278 | 72 km |
| 1998 | PRAUSE PRAIRIE | 1,027 | 27 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in |
New Ulm has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 52°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (2.3").