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Weather & Climate in Sanford, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sanford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°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 19.2 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 3,029 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,029 ft (923 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 869/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7026°N, 101.5318°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Hutchinson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Rick Husband Amarillo International (AMA) 35 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 67.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 61.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 36.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
53 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Apr 14, 2021 | 34 km NNE of Skellytown, Texas | M4.3 | 50 km | 8 km |
| Aug 17, 2000 | 18 km N of Amarillo, Texas | M3.9 | 43 km | 5 km |
| Dec 16, 2000 | 19 km N of Amarillo, Texas | M3.9 | 42 km | 5 km |
| Aug 9, 2021 | 4 km N of Wheeler, Texas | M3.5 | 116 km | 7 km |
| Feb 18, 2006 | 17 km WNW of Fritch, Texas | M3.5 | 24 km | 5 km |
| Mar 25, 1996 | 25 km WSW of Channing, Texas | M3.5 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Aug 14, 2023 | 15 km NE of Amarillo, Texas | M3.4 | 46 km | 7 km |
| Nov 30, 1993 | 29 km NNE of Nara Visa, New Mexico | M3.3 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Aug 12, 2012 | 13 km NNE of Bishop Hills, Texas | M3.3 | 50 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2000 | Texas Panhandle region | M3.3 | 43 km | 5 km |
| Sep 24, 2003 | 10 km NE of Amarillo, Texas | M3.3 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Feb 4, 2010 | 23 km N of Adrian, Texas | M3.3 | 102 km | 2 km |
| Sep 29, 1993 | 30 km NNE of Nara Visa, New Mexico | M3.3 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2014 | 31 km E of Logan, New Mexico | M3.3 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Apr 27, 1998 | 14 km SW of Boys Ranch, Texas | M3.2 | 82 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2021 | 13 km W of Channing, Texas | M3.2 | 85 km | 3 km |
| Feb 15, 1997 | 14 km NE of Hedley, Texas | M3.2 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Feb 2, 2015 | 15 km ENE of Amarillo, Texas | M3.1 | 47 km | 4 km |
| Aug 7, 2000 | Texas Panhandle region | M3.0 | 43 km | 5 km |
| Mar 28, 2006 | 13 km NNE of Bishop Hills, Texas | M3.0 | 49 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
697 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 5 fatalities, 182 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 8, 1995 | EF4 | 52 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1995 | EF4 | 98 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1992 | EF4 | 18 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 18, 1982 | EF4 | 40 km | 88.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1971 | EF4 | 64 km | 15.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1971 | EF4 | 45 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 2015 | EF3 | 58 km | 10.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 2015 | EF3 | 64 km | 31.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2007 | EF3 | 94 km | 7.8 mi | 1 |
| Mar 28, 2007 | EF3 | 99 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2007 | EF3 | 83 km | 6.4 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2001 | EF3 | 36 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1993 | EF3 | 90 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1992 | EF3 | 38 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1990 | EF3 | 68 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1987 | EF3 | 57 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1987 | EF3 | 77 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1986 | EF3 | 99 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1982 | EF3 | 61 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1982 | EF3 | 49 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SMOKEHOUSE CREEK (1,047,464 acres, 2024).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2024 | SMOKEHOUSE CREEK | 1,047,464 | 74 km |
| 2006 | EAST AMARILLO COMPLEX | 593,394 | 66 km |
| 2024 | WINDY DEUCE | 145,907 | 23 km |
| 2018 | MALLARD | 75,486 | 95 km |
| 2017 | LEFORS EAST | 68,701 | 99 km |
| 2016 | CRUTCH | 45,052 | 39 km |
| 2017 | RANKIN RANCH ROAD | 37,706 | 68 km |
| 2024 | GRAPE VINE CREEK | 33,576 | 74 km |
| 2011 | CRAWFORD RANCH | 27,493 | 29 km |
| 2017 | DUMAS COMPLEX | 26,155 | 42 km |
| 2022 | LITTLE HIGHLINE | 24,152 | 35 km |
| 2021 | NORTH 207 | 24,103 | 33 km |
| 2011 | WILLOW CREEK SOUTH COMPLEX | 23,204 | 42 km |
| 2018 | MCCLELLAN | 23,051 | 84 km |
| 2006 | FAIN PLANT FIRE | 22,485 | 33 km |
| 2011 | CANYON | 17,425 | 92 km |
| 2011 | SO CLOSE | 17,102 | 21 km |
| 2018 | FM 294 | 15,362 | 80 km |
| 2006 | OLDHAM BOYS RANCH | 14,332 | 60 km |
| 2018 | COUNTY LINE | 14,126 | 61 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Sanford has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 37°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and December the driest (0.4").