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Weather & Climate in Priddy, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Priddy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 303 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 30.6 inches. The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,561 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,561 ft (476 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6760°N, 98.5114°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Mills County County |
| Nearest Airport | Brownwood Regional (BWD) 27 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 5.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 85.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 37.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
13 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 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Sep 3, 2015 | 7 km NNE of Leander, Texas | M2.9 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jun 2, 2009 | 1 km WNW of Cleburne, Texas | M2.8 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jul 10, 2012 | 6 km NNE of Keene, Texas | M2.8 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Mar 10, 2013 | 6 km NNE of Godley, Texas | M2.7 | 133 km | 4 km |
| Jul 13, 2012 | 1 km WSW of Briaroaks, Texas | M2.7 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jul 6, 2012 | 5 km NE of Keene, Texas | M2.7 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jun 7, 2009 | 6 km NNE of Rio Vista, Texas | M2.6 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jun 26, 2012 | Northern Texas | M2.5 | 142 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
377 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 3 fatalities, 74 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 1976 | EF5 | 53 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1973 | EF5 | 98 km | 10.6 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2015 | EF3 | 84 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 93 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 23 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1976 | EF3 | 56 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1975 | EF3 | 89 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Apr 28, 1958 | EF3 | 26 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF2 | 77 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | EF2 | 71 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 2019 | EF2 | 81 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 15, 2017 | EF2 | 82 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 15, 2017 | EF2 | 94 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2014 | EF2 | 98 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2006 | EF2 | 95 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1999 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1999 | EF2 | 85 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 17, 1998 | EF2 | 98 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1994 | EF2 | 75 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 1993 | EF2 | 50 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: KIDD (41,939 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | KIDD | 41,939 | 72 km |
| 2006 | CARBON | 33,013 | 69 km |
| 2022 | CRITTENBERG COMPLEX | 21,391 | 89 km |
| 2009 | CEDAR MOUNTAIN | 16,589 | 98 km |
| 1993 | SAN SABA FIRE | 12,896 | 75 km |
| 2020 | GATE 5 | 11,457 | 75 km |
| 2020 | MAYS | 9,736 | 80 km |
| 2022 | BIG L | 9,653 | 94 km |
| 2006 | HUCKABAY | 9,100 | 74 km |
| 2022 | WHEAT FIELD | 7,333 | 75 km |
| 1993 | UNNAMED | 6,936 | 97 km |
| 2022 | CHALK MOUNTAIN | 6,461 | 86 km |
| 1999 | WILLIAMS RANCH FIRE | 6,226 | 69 km |
| 2011 | ROBINETTE | 6,039 | 88 km |
| 2005 | CROSSROADS | 5,976 | 81 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 5,706 | 93 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 4,490 | 74 km |
| 2022 | OAK MOTT | 4,183 | 56 km |
| 2020 | BUFFALO CREEK | 3,630 | 40 km |
| 2011 | BIG TRICKLE RANCH FIRE | 3,623 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
Priddy has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 46°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and December the driest (1.4").