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Weather & Climate in Sabinal, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sabinal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 312 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 24.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 954 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 954 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 621/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.3213°N, 99.4695°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Uvalde County County |
| Nearest Airport | San Antonio International (SAT) 62 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 70.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 76.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
141 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 20, 2011 | 14 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M4.8 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M4.5 | 146 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M4.3 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Apr 9, 1993 | 21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas | M4.1 | 143 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2018 | 4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas | M4.0 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Apr 7, 2008 | 7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Feb 22, 2024 | 3 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 150 km | 8 km |
| Jul 19, 2023 | 19 km E of Pleasanton, Texas | M3.8 | 122 km | 9 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 2 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 147 km | 8 km |
| Feb 12, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 147 km | 7 km |
| Jul 24, 2025 | 18 km E of El Indio, Texas | M3.6 | 109 km | 1 km |
| Jul 20, 1991 | 8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2018 | 17 km SW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
| May 2, 2024 | 2 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Apr 3, 2005 | 11 km NE of Guerrero, Mexico | M3.5 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 2024 | 2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 149 km | 8 km |
| Feb 20, 2022 | 3 km S of El Indio, Texas | M3.4 | 125 km | 3 km |
| Feb 9, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.4 | 147 km | 6 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 16 km ESE of Tilden, Texas | M3.4 | 145 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
4 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 222 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 81 mph | 263 km |
| 1999 | Bret | Category 3 | 115 mph | 281 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 2 | 98 mph | 203 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
175 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 140 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 16, 1989 | EF4 | 92 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1973 | EF4 | 60 km | 23.3 mi | 5 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF4 | 80 km | 1.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 29, 1975 | EF3 | 40 km | 8.3 mi | 3 |
| Nov 22, 1961 | EF3 | 91 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF3 | 95 km | 4.9 mi | 1 |
| Feb 19, 2017 | EF2 | 96 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 55 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 69 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2006 | EF2 | 27 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 2002 | EF2 | 37 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2002 | EF2 | 77 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2001 | EF2 | 30 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 1996 | EF2 | 24 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF2 | 80 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1988 | EF2 | 82 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 4, 1983 | EF2 | 89 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1976 | EF2 | 86 km | 15.2 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1975 | EF2 | 34 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1971 | EF2 | 97 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: GARVEN STORE COMPLEX (3,379 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | GARVEN STORE COMPLEX | 3,379 | 80 km |
| 2008 | HOLMES | 3,331 | 94 km |
| 2022 | TRAINING AREA 23 | 2,696 | 99 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 2,654 | 78 km |
| 2022 | WEST NUECES | 1,893 | 75 km |
| 2006 | CVFD NUMBER 70 | 1,177 | 29 km |
| 2022 | DAS GOAT | 1,135 | 57 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in |
Sabinal has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 52°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.2").