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Weather & Climate in Redwater, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Redwater enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 304 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 50.6 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 285 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 481/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3583°N, 94.2562°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Bowie County County |
| Nearest Airport | Texarkana Regional-Webb Field (TXK) 18 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 79.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 63.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 50.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
14 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Mar 16, 1997 | 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas | M3.4 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Aug 4, 2001 | 16 km SW of Lake Hamilton, Arkansas | M3.2 | 144 km | 0 km |
| Apr 22, 2005 | 17 km N of Swink, Oklahoma | M3.0 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 83 km | 9 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 2001 | 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Apr 26, 2024 | 8 km SSE of Doyline, Louisiana | M2.7 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana | M2.7 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Dec 24, 1997 | 7 km W of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Nov 10, 2013 | 24 km NNE of Wright City, Oklahoma | M2.5 | 118 km | 4 km |
| Apr 15, 2021 | 10 km SW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M2.5 | 84 km | 16 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 2 | 98 mph | 186 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 1 | — | 280 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
566 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 320 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 93 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 64 km | 45.0 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 1971 | EF4 | 25 km | 5.1 mi | 1 |
| Dec 19, 1957 | EF4 | 94 km | 17.7 mi | 2 |
| Mar 21, 1952 | EF4 | 77 km | 13.0 mi | 7 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 64 km | 16.9 mi | 1 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 29 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 20, 2010 | EF3 | 97 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 41 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 75 km | 37.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 36 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 87 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 97 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF3 | 73 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 41 km | 12.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1985 | EF3 | 55 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 23, 1982 | EF3 | 97 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 78 km | 52.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 52 km | 18.0 mi | 5 |
| Dec 3, 1978 | EF3 | 99 km | 61.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX (41,645 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX | 41,645 | 55 km |
| 2003 | POPS | 4,475 | 67 km |
| 2022 | TXCLR-FY22-RX-W | 3,288 | 77 km |
| 2006 | WHITE ROCK | 3,228 | 83 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,925 | 47 km |
| 2011 | DIANA | 2,863 | 89 km |
| 2011 | 592 | 2,278 | 61 km |
| 2011 | PETERS CHAPEL | 2,072 | 75 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 1,699 | 46 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,649 | 66 km |
| 2011 | MARSHALL | 1,583 | 98 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,478 | 67 km |
| 2011 | RELEASE | 1,398 | 55 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 1,358 | 32 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,325 | 72 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 1,317 | 88 km |
| 2022 | BLUE HOLE FIRE | 1,238 | 90 km |
| 2005 | MAPLE CREEK | 1,223 | 65 km |
| 2016 | 5 MILE | 1,160 | 99 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 1,046 | 67 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 in |
Redwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (3.0").