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Weather & Climate in Sheffield, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sheffield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°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 15.0 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 2,144 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,144 ft (653 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.6859°N, 101.8224°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Crockett County County |
| Nearest Airport | Midland International Air And Space Port (MAF) 90 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 5.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 34.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 15.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
155 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Aug 15, 2024 | 28 km SW of Garden City, Texas | M3.8 | 112 km | 8 km |
| Aug 10, 2024 | 28 km SW of Garden City, Texas | M3.6 | 112 km | 6 km |
| Jul 22, 2023 | 10 km SSE of Gardendale, Texas | M3.5 | 148 km | 8 km |
| May 22, 2021 | 11 km NE of Odessa, Texas | M3.5 | 144 km | 8 km |
| Apr 3, 2025 | 28 km SW of Garden City, Texas | M3.4 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Jan 30, 2020 | western Texas | M3.4 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jun 16, 2016 | 19 km SW of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.3 | 144 km | 2 km |
| Jan 24, 2024 | 11 km N of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.3 | 140 km | 4 km |
| Apr 4, 2015 | 19 km WSW of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.3 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Aug 4, 2015 | 22 km WSW of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.3 | 149 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 2021 | 37 km E of Balmorhea, Texas | M3.3 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 2019 | 9 km N of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.3 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Feb 10, 2022 | 24 km W of Garden City, Texas | M3.3 | 133 km | 9 km |
| Feb 4, 2022 | 24 km SSW of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.3 | 132 km | 22 km |
| Aug 23, 2024 | 28 km SW of Garden City, Texas | M3.3 | 113 km | 9 km |
| Sep 8, 2023 | 7 km SSE of Midland, Texas | M3.2 | 141 km | 8 km |
| Sep 6, 2019 | 11 km N of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.2 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jun 18, 2022 | 25 km SW of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.2 | 143 km | 3 km |
| Jun 5, 2017 | 12 km NNW of Coyanosa, Texas | M3.2 | 145 km | 2 km |
| Jun 1, 2020 | 10 km ESE of Gardendale, Texas | M3.2 | 150 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
104 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 21 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 1, 1990 | EF4 | 67 km | 22.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 2, 2024 | EF3 | 83 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 21, 1965 | EF3 | 43 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1961 | EF3 | 55 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2024 | EF2 | 54 km | 20.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 2011 | EF2 | 80 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2009 | EF2 | 35 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1990 | EF2 | 99 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 10, 1965 | EF2 | 83 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 1962 | EF2 | 94 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 1960 | EF2 | 62 km | 10.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1955 | EF2 | 58 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 1954 | EF2 | 52 km | 8.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 2024 | EF1 | 82 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 2023 | EF1 | 83 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF1 | 52 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2007 | EF1 | 56 km | 3.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 22, 2000 | EF1 | 80 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 22, 2000 | EF1 | 62 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1995 | EF1 | 77 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DEATON COLE (167,598 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | DEATON COLE | 167,598 | 76 km |
| 2008 | HUCKABEE | 84,897 | 51 km |
| 2008 | PORTER | 47,570 | 48 km |
| 2011 | SUTTON | 26,751 | 50 km |
| 2020 | HOLCOMBE RD | 25,771 | 54 km |
| 2011 | WILLIAMS | 23,912 | 69 km |
| 2011 | DHR | 21,345 | 29 km |
| 2011 | LITTLE SMOKEY | 19,841 | 15 km |
| 2014 | MALONE | 11,836 | 59 km |
| 2011 | SCOTT RANCH | 10,755 | 97 km |
| 2011 | CANNON | 10,449 | 21 km |
| 2020 | SMITH CANYON | 8,590 | 20 km |
| 2011 | DHI | 7,149 | 52 km |
| 2019 | 190 EAST | 7,091 | 72 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 6,810 | 54 km |
| 2022 | CHICO LANE | 6,617 | 65 km |
| 2020 | LONGFELLOW NINE MILE COMPLEX | 5,780 | 91 km |
| 2019 | OGLESBY | 5,098 | 94 km |
| 2008 | MACY | 4,922 | 81 km |
| 2020 | ARROYO GRANDE | 4,855 | 86 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in |
Sheffield has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 45°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.5").