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Weather & Climate in Peaster, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Peaster enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°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 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,228 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,228 ft (374 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 187/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8533°N, 97.8722°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Parker County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mineral Wells Regional (MWL) 12 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 81.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 18.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 45.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
120 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 | 83 km | 3 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 24 km | 5 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 21 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 31 km | 5 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 28 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 69 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 91 km | 6 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 78 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 84 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 25 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 2002 | 15 km S of Cornish, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 132 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 71 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 80 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 65 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 88 km | 8 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 2 km NNE of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 141 km | 9 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 79 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
739 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 30 fatalities, 677 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 15, 2013 | EF4 | 50 km | 2.5 mi | 6 |
| Apr 25, 1990 | EF4 | 9 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF4 | 85 km | 18.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 76 km | 47.3 mi | 7 |
| Mar 21, 2022 | EF3 | 48 km | 34.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 20, 2019 | EF3 | 89 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 2013 | EF3 | 75 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2002 | EF3 | 50 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 72 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 50 km | 4.0 mi | 2 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF3 | 81 km | 26.0 mi | 2 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 53 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1979 | EF3 | 81 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1979 | EF3 | 94 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF3 | 64 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF3 | 96 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 24, 1973 | EF3 | 71 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1973 | EF3 | 71 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 1969 | EF3 | 100 km | 45.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1966 | EF3 | 95 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PK COMPLEX (128,548 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | PK COMPLEX | 128,548 | 59 km |
| 2009 | MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX | 25,907 | 90 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 1 | 22,099 | 53 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 2 | 13,805 | 67 km |
| 1996 | HENRIETTA FIRE | 13,629 | 89 km |
| 1996 | POOLVILLE FIRE | 12,128 | 17 km |
| 2022 | DEMPSEY | 11,576 | 37 km |
| 2022 | BIG L | 9,653 | 51 km |
| 2006 | HUCKABAY | 9,100 | 74 km |
| 2011 | CHERRY HOMES | 7,398 | 60 km |
| 2011 | ENMIN FIRE | 6,618 | 47 km |
| 2009 | MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX | 6,505 | 90 km |
| 2022 | CHALK MOUNTAIN | 6,461 | 70 km |
| 2011 | MCDONALD II | 5,932 | 93 km |
| 2011 | 101 RANCH | 5,861 | 54 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 5,382 | 93 km |
| 2006 | CADDO II COMPLEX | 5,270 | 67 km |
| 2006 | BURWICK | 4,671 | 57 km |
| 2011 | HAT ON ROAD | 4,410 | 85 km |
| 2022 | LAZY | 4,355 | 60 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in |
Peaster has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 44°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.5").