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Weather & Climate in Scurry, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Scurry 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 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 360/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5123°N, 96.3849°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Kaufman County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dallas Love Field (DAL) 36 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 18.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 63.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
91 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| May 7, 2015 | 5 km N of Venus, Texas | M4.0 | 67 km | 3 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 60 km | 6 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 85 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 124 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 84 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 73 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 66 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 67 km | 9 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 64 km | 8 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 84 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 72 km | 6 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 65 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas | M3.1 | 75 km | 4 km |
| Jan 13, 2014 | 2 km ESE of Reno, Texas | M3.1 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 61 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 197 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
756 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 42 fatalities, 1,592 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 45 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 37 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 25, 1994 | EF4 | 36 km | 6.0 mi | 3 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF4 | 88 km | 18.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 100 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 20, 2019 | EF3 | 64 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 49 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF3 | 50 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2015 | EF3 | 73 km | 10.2 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 28 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| Apr 16, 2002 | EF3 | 94 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 73 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 94 km | 4.0 mi | 2 |
| Dec 13, 1984 | EF3 | 33 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 13, 1981 | EF3 | 66 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 77 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 85 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1979 | EF3 | 86 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 1979 | EF3 | 92 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in |
Scurry has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 45°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (2.0").