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Weather & Climate in San Patricio, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
San Patricio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°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 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.
Temperature
57°F Jan (14°C)
85°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.9843°N, 97.7702°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Nueces County County |
| Nearest Airport | Corpus Christi International (CRP) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 96.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 76.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 86.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
220 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 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2025 | 18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.6 | 120 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M4.5 | 110 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M4.3 | 110 km | 8 km |
| Sep 14, 2023 | 16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.1 | 119 km | 8 km |
| Apr 9, 1993 | 21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas | M4.1 | 98 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2018 | 4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas | M4.0 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2010 | 10 km WNW of Driscoll, Texas | M3.9 | 32 km | 5 km |
| Feb 22, 2024 | 3 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 113 km | 8 km |
| Apr 7, 2008 | 7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 110 km | 8 km |
| Mar 24, 1997 | 4 km SSE of Alice, Texas | M3.8 | 41 km | 5 km |
| Jul 19, 2023 | 19 km E of Pleasanton, Texas | M3.8 | 120 km | 9 km |
| Feb 12, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 110 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 2 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 111 km | 8 km |
| Jul 20, 1991 | 8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 2019 | 5 km SE of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2018 | 17 km SW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 102 km | 5 km |
| May 2, 2024 | 2 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 113 km | 7 km |
| Feb 23, 2024 | 2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 112 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 185 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 154 km |
| 2020 | Hanna | Category 1 | 92 mph | 140 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 70 km |
| 2008 | Dolly | Category 2 | 98 mph | 165 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 109 km |
| 1999 | Bret | Category 4 | 144 mph | 104 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 298 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 287 km |
| 1983 | Barry | Category 1 | 81 mph | 289 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 4 | 144 mph | 137 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
398 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 113 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 1976 | EF3 | 31 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1970 | EF3 | 46 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| May 16, 1969 | EF3 | 8 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 71 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1967 | EF3 | 61 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1966 | EF3 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1965 | EF3 | 84 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 8, 1963 | EF3 | 40 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 22, 1954 | EF3 | 38 km | 20.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 2010 | EF2 | 64 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 24, 2002 | EF2 | 32 km | 2.5 mi | 1 |
| Aug 10, 1980 | EF2 | 40 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 10, 1980 | EF2 | 45 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1980 | EF2 | 45 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1980 | EF2 | 45 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF2 | 10 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1976 | EF2 | 16 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1976 | EF2 | 45 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 18 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1969 | EF2 | 24 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BORREGA (54,575 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | BORREGA | 54,575 | 73 km |
| 2020 | SHOOTING RANGE | 15,389 | 79 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 13,175 | 90 km |
| 2012 | 6 MILE | 12,272 | 80 km |
| 2024 | LAGUNA 24 | 12,147 | 80 km |
| 2005 | DAISY | 10,556 | 81 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 6,236 | 90 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 4,966 | 90 km |
| 1986 | FIREWORKS | 4,733 | 81 km |
| 2008 | POLARIS | 4,624 | 71 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,589 | 77 km |
| 2011 | GUS CANALAS | 4,316 | 79 km |
| 2018 | LIGHTNING14 | 4,241 | 90 km |
| 2001 | SAVANNAH S | 3,866 | 95 km |
| 2023 | LAGUNA LARGA | 3,850 | 78 km |
| 2009 | FLACA | 3,366 | 66 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 3,320 | 83 km |
| 2019 | TXARR-FY19-RX-MATAGORDA G5 | 2,924 | 94 km |
| 2009 | 2009 MI A 5 | 2,844 | 100 km |
| 2020 | T-10 UNIT | 2,821 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in |
San Patricio has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 57°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.7") and March the driest (1.4").