Weather & Climate in Palmer, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Palmer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. 89% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 462 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 462 ft (141 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 521/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4251°N, 96.6671°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Ellis County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dallas Love Field (DAL) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 89.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 81.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 35.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 75.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
93 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| May 7, 2015 | 5 km N of Venus, Texas | M4.0 | 41 km | 3 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 59 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 51 km | 6 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 55 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 47 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 105 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 56 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 57 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 54 km | 8 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 53 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 77 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 46 km | 6 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 54 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 1 km W of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 51 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 205 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
763 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 47 fatalities, 1,652 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 64 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 42 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 25, 1994 | EF4 | 21 km | 6.0 mi | 3 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF4 | 60 km | 18.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 1959 | EF4 | 83 km | 10.4 mi | 6 |
| Oct 20, 2019 | EF3 | 55 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 74 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF3 | 23 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2015 | EF3 | 98 km | 10.2 mi | 2 |
| May 15, 2013 | EF3 | 80 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 41 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2002 | EF3 | 74 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 2000 | EF3 | 88 km | 7.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 54 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 74 km | 4.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 27, 1990 | EF3 | 93 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 13, 1984 | EF3 | 33 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 13, 1981 | EF3 | 72 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 90 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 61 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: C#491 (3,616 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | C#491 | 3,616 | 89 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,944 | 85 km |
| 2018 | FARMERS ROAD | 2,383 | 94 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 2,067 | 92 km |
| 2005 | 200 MOUNTAIN RIDGE | 2,051 | 87 km |
| 2023 | DOUBLE BACK | 1,275 | 87 km |
| 2011 | CEDAR RIDGE | 1,051 | 93 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in |
Palmer has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 47°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (2.0").