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Weather & Climate in Odessa, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Odessa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 336 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 8.7 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 2,943 feet.
Temperature
49°F Jan (9°C)
88°F Jul (31°C)
| Annual Average | 67.6°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,943 ft (897 m) |
| Area | 42.2 sq mi (109.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,192/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8805°N, 102.3453°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Ector County County |
| Nearest Airport | Midland International Air And Space Port (MAF) 9 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 82.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 44.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 14.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
599 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Sep 17, 2024 | 2024 North of Tarzan, Texas Earthquake | M5.1 | 65 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2025 | 26 km SW of Ackerly, Texas | M4.8 | 67 km | 7 km |
| Jan 2, 1992 | 12 km SSE of Eunice, New Mexico | M4.6 | 87 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 21 km N of Stanton, Texas | M4.4 | 70 km | 5 km |
| Jul 19, 2021 | 37 km ESE of Malaga, New Mexico | M4.0 | 131 km | 8 km |
| Apr 25, 2024 | 20 km SW of Jal, New Mexico | M3.9 | 94 km | 8 km |
| Jun 6, 2022 | 18 km SE of Ackerly, Texas | M3.9 | 93 km | 7 km |
| Apr 25, 2024 | 20 km SW of Jal, New Mexico | M3.8 | 93 km | 9 km |
| Mar 5, 2024 | 37 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas | M3.8 | 65 km | 6 km |
| Aug 15, 2024 | 28 km SW of Garden City, Texas | M3.8 | 64 km | 8 km |
| Apr 10, 2023 | 20 km NW of Stanton, Texas | M3.7 | 58 km | 6 km |
| Jul 10, 2025 | 33 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas | M3.7 | 68 km | 8 km |
| Jun 12, 2025 | 34 km SE of Malaga, New Mexico | M3.7 | 139 km | 8 km |
| Aug 10, 2024 | 28 km SW of Garden City, Texas | M3.6 | 64 km | 6 km |
| May 2, 2025 | 36 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas | M3.6 | 65 km | 6 km |
| Jul 19, 2024 | 6 km WSW of Westbrook, Texas | M3.6 | 130 km | 9 km |
| Sep 6, 2016 | 22 km WSW of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.6 | 118 km | 2 km |
| Jun 16, 2022 | 16 km SSE of Ackerly, Texas | M3.6 | 87 km | 8 km |
| Feb 15, 2021 | 15 km N of Stanton, Texas | M3.5 | 68 km | 5 km |
| May 22, 2021 | 11 km NE of Odessa, Texas | M3.5 | 8 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
344 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 98 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 1, 1990 | EF4 | 89 km | 22.0 mi | 2 |
| May 30, 2024 | EF3 | 36 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 2019 | EF3 | 17 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2016 | EF3 | 78 km | 3.7 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2016 | EF3 | 78 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 2010 | EF3 | 37 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1977 | EF3 | 75 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1969 | EF3 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1965 | EF3 | 25 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1957 | EF3 | 66 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 2024 | EF2 | 12 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2022 | EF2 | 62 km | 11.2 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 2019 | EF2 | 41 km | 6.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2017 | EF2 | 67 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2016 | EF2 | 79 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2016 | EF2 | 80 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 2015 | EF2 | 87 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 18, 2012 | EF2 | 16 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2009 | EF2 | 86 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 2006 | EF2 | 71 km | 6.1 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 | 67 km |
| 2011 | TOM | 64,786 | 57 km |
| 2011 | DERICK FIRE | 27,780 | 32 km |
| 2011 | PLEASANT FARMS | 15,516 | 29 km |
| 2011 | HICKMAN | 14,828 | 17 km |
| 2008 | ELLISON | 11,140 | 66 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 8,266 | 10 km |
| 2008 | CHEVRON | 7,735 | 34 km |
| 2008 | PARKER | 6,844 | 46 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 6,835 | 65 km |
| 2008 | NORTH | 6,109 | 42 km |
| 2008 | GRAND FALLS | 5,851 | 72 km |
| 2011 | SAND RANCH | 5,839 | 48 km |
| 2011 | CEED FIRE | 5,744 | 17 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 5,516 | 71 km |
| 2008 | ANDREW COUNTY COMPLEX | 5,010 | 73 km |
| 2011 | BOYKEN | 4,866 | 94 km |
| 2009 | CRIDER RANCH | 4,056 | 79 km |
| 2008 | TUBBS CORNER | 3,404 | 61 km |
| 2011 | BATES FIELD FIRE | 3,186 | 8 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Odessa has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 45°F in December to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.5") and January the driest (0.4").