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Weather & Climate in Strawn, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Strawn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°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 1,003 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
85°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,003 ft (306 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 792/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5507°N, 98.4981°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Palo Pinto County County |
| Nearest Airport | Stephenville Clark Regional (SEP) 30 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 55.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 69.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 64.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
67 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 | 131 km | 3 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 61 km | 5 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 61 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 92 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 125 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 141 km | 9 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 97 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 149 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 127 km | 6 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 1 km W of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 147 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas | M3.1 | 124 km | 4 km |
| Jan 13, 2014 | 2 km ESE of Reno, Texas | M3.1 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Nov 29, 2013 | 1 km S of Pelican Bay, Texas | M3.1 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Nov 9, 2013 | 5 km SSE of Springtown, Texas | M3.0 | 88 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
561 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 17 fatalities, 288 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 15, 2013 | EF4 | 72 km | 2.5 mi | 6 |
| Apr 25, 1990 | EF4 | 68 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1951 | EF4 | 100 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 28, 1950 | EF4 | 95 km | 1.3 mi | 5 |
| Mar 21, 2022 | EF3 | 57 km | 34.5 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2015 | EF3 | 56 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| May 15, 2013 | EF3 | 100 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2000 | EF3 | 95 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1994 | EF3 | 57 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1994 | EF3 | 92 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1985 | EF3 | 89 km | 4.5 mi | 3 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 82 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1982 | EF3 | 26 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 30, 1979 | EF3 | 46 km | 18.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1979 | EF3 | 75 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1979 | EF3 | 30 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF3 | 100 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1976 | EF3 | 64 km | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1958 | EF3 | 73 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 6, 1955 | EF3 | 98 km | 21.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BIG COUNTRY FIRE (209,352 acres, 1988).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1988 | BIG COUNTRY FIRE | 209,352 | 85 km |
| 2011 | PK COMPLEX | 128,548 | 26 km |
| 2022 | KIDD | 41,939 | 41 km |
| 2006 | CARBON | 33,013 | 44 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 1 | 22,099 | 61 km |
| 2021 | BUCK | 18,671 | 98 km |
| 2009 | CEDAR MOUNTAIN | 16,589 | 40 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 2 | 13,805 | 96 km |
| 1996 | POOLVILLE FIRE | 12,128 | 79 km |
| 2022 | DEMPSEY | 11,576 | 39 km |
| 2009 | BLACK | 11,356 | 69 km |
| 2003 | JOHNSON RANCH | 9,696 | 72 km |
| 2022 | BIG L | 9,653 | 46 km |
| 2006 | HUCKABAY | 9,100 | 28 km |
| 2011 | JRM | 8,870 | 84 km |
| 2022 | WHEAT FIELD | 7,333 | 68 km |
| 1993 | UNNAMED | 6,936 | 94 km |
| 2011 | ENMIN FIRE | 6,618 | 70 km |
| 2022 | CHALK MOUNTAIN | 6,461 | 69 km |
| 2005 | CROSSROADS | 5,976 | 79 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Strawn has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 45°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and December the driest (1.5").