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Weather & Climate in Pecan Gap, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pecan Gap enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 308 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 49.3 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 571 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 465/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4390°N, 95.8531°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Delta County County |
| Nearest Airport | Durant Regional/Eaker Field (DUA) 47 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 8.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 51.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 60.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
96 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Sep 6, 1997 | 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 2012 | 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Mar 4, 2013 | 5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 119 km | 6 km |
| Apr 28, 2013 | 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2002 | 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 95 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 30 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Sep 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Madill, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 109 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Feb 25, 2009 | 4 km SE of Ashland, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 145 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 130 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 120 km | 8 km |
| May 27, 2013 | 5 km SSW of Bee, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 98 km | 7 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 7 km ENE of Centrahoma, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 138 km | 1 km |
| Jun 24, 2013 | 6 km W of Lehigh, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 2 km NNE of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.2 | 130 km | 9 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 121 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 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 1 | — | 276 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
602 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 46 fatalities, 1,297 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF5 | 81 km | 53.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 20 km | 44.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 57 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 99 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 31 km | 23.0 mi | 10 |
| May 13, 1981 | EF4 | 39 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 66 km | 30.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1957 | EF4 | 76 km | 7.9 mi | 3 |
| Apr 2, 1957 | EF4 | 97 km | 5.2 mi | 2 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 84 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2019 | EF3 | 68 km | 27.6 mi | 2 |
| May 9, 2016 | EF3 | 60 km | 13.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2015 | EF3 | 72 km | 18.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 96 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2006 | EF3 | 62 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 70 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 71 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 79 km | 52.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 45 km | 32.0 mi | 1 |
| May 23, 1981 | EF3 | 93 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
11 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ACHILLE (4,958 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | ACHILLE | 4,958 | 67 km |
| 2003 | POPS | 4,475 | 82 km |
| 2006 | WHITE ROCK | 3,228 | 87 km |
| 2022 | 1980 ROAD FIRE | 2,784 | 88 km |
| 2024 | EAST 1980 ROAD FIRE | 2,767 | 88 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,634 | 18 km |
| 2009 | ELM WOOD | 1,313 | 90 km |
| 2005 | ALLEN | 1,232 | 79 km |
| 2006 | COOPER LAKE | 1,224 | 20 km |
| 2005 | MAPLE CREEK | 1,223 | 84 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,133 | 73 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 3.1 in |
Pecan Gap has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 44°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (2.2").