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Weather & Climate in Newcastle, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Newcastle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 328 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 30.0 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 1,119 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (6°C)
85°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,119 ft (341 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 343/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1962°N, 98.7435°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Young County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mineral Wells Regional (MWL) 49 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 36.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 46.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 39.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| 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
33 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Nov 28, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 66 km | 5 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 69 km | 5 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 149 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 2002 | 15 km S of Cornish, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Jan 13, 2014 | 2 km ESE of Reno, Texas | M3.1 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Nov 29, 2013 | 1 km S of Pelican Bay, Texas | M3.1 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Nov 9, 2013 | 5 km SSE of Springtown, Texas | M3.0 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Dec 15, 2013 | 4 km W of Reno, Texas | M2.9 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Nov 23, 2013 | 1 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M2.9 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Apr 7, 2003 | 6 km NW of Nocona Hills, Texas | M2.9 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Nov 8, 2013 | 1 km SE of Springtown, Texas | M2.8 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Nov 26, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Reno, Texas | M2.8 | 108 km | 2 km |
| Nov 11, 2013 | 0 km SSW of Briar, Texas | M2.8 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 2 km NW of Sanctuary, Texas | M2.8 | 111 km | 3 km |
| Nov 19, 2013 | Northern Texas | M2.8 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Nov 26, 2013 | 3 km NNW of Pelican Bay, Texas | M2.8 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 10 km NNE of Graford, Texas | M2.8 | 53 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
489 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 65 fatalities, 2,148 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1964 | EF5 | 81 km | 4.7 mi | 7 |
| Apr 25, 1990 | EF4 | 97 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1980 | EF4 | 61 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 1979 | EF4 | 70 km | 46.9 mi | 42 |
| May 26, 1962 | EF4 | 96 km | 10.7 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1951 | EF4 | 25 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 100 km | 47.3 mi | 7 |
| Mar 21, 2022 | EF3 | 42 km | 34.5 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 2005 | EF3 | 95 km | 16.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2000 | EF3 | 20 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1994 | EF3 | 72 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1994 | EF3 | 17 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1991 | EF3 | 96 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1986 | EF3 | 37 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1985 | EF3 | 24 km | 4.5 mi | 3 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 93 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 30, 1979 | EF3 | 68 km | 18.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1979 | EF3 | 12 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1979 | EF3 | 70 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1962 | EF3 | 90 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BIG COUNTRY FIRE (209,352 acres, 1988).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1988 | BIG COUNTRY FIRE | 209,352 | 81 km |
| 2011 | PK COMPLEX | 128,548 | 51 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 28,633 | 63 km |
| 2022 | COCONUT | 27,963 | 94 km |
| 2009 | MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX | 25,907 | 95 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 1 | 22,099 | 37 km |
| 2009 | TWO MILE HILL COMPLEX | 20,991 | 62 km |
| 2021 | BUCK | 18,671 | 66 km |
| 2009 | CEDAR MOUNTAIN | 16,589 | 80 km |
| 2008 | ARCHER CO | 13,969 | 33 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 2 | 13,805 | 54 km |
| 1996 | HENRIETTA FIRE | 13,629 | 73 km |
| 1996 | POOLVILLE FIRE | 12,128 | 86 km |
| 2011 | WICHITA COUNTY COMPLEX | 12,118 | 83 km |
| 2022 | DEMPSEY | 11,576 | 59 km |
| 2009 | BLACK | 11,356 | 53 km |
| 2011 | MILLER CREEK | 10,888 | 61 km |
| 1997 | THROCKMORTON | 10,339 | 59 km |
| 2003 | JOHNSON RANCH | 9,696 | 58 km |
| 2011 | JRM | 8,870 | 30 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in |
Newcastle has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 44°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.1").