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Weather & Climate in Sunset CDP (Montague County), TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sunset CDP (Montague County) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°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 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 982 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 982 ft (299 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 119/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4468°N, 97.7673°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Montague County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mineral Wells Regional (MWL) 49 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 54.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 57.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 23.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
197 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Jan 18, 1995 | 4 km SSE of Erin Springs, Oklahoma | M4.2 | 148 km | 5 km |
| May 7, 2015 | 5 km N of Venus, Texas | M4.0 | 124 km | 3 km |
| Nov 15, 1990 | 5 km SSE of Erin Springs, Oklahoma | M3.9 | 147 km | 5 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 |
| Sep 25, 2023 | 9 km WNW of Velma, Oklahoma | M3.7 | 115 km | 20 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 62 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 1992 | 7 km SSE of Erin Springs, Oklahoma | M3.6 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Jun 8, 2004 | 6 km N of Lone Grove, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 105 km | 6 km |
| Mar 4, 2013 | 5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2013 | 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 100 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 122 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
700 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 84 fatalities, 2,438 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1964 | EF5 | 85 km | 4.7 mi | 7 |
| Apr 27, 2024 | EF4 | 78 km | 26.8 mi | 1 |
| Feb 10, 2009 | EF4 | 55 km | 37.0 mi | 8 |
| Apr 25, 1990 | EF4 | 74 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 1979 | EF4 | 92 km | 46.9 mi | 42 |
| May 18, 1951 | EF4 | 91 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Nov 3, 2024 | EF3 | 96 km | 21.7 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 9 km | 47.3 mi | 7 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 94 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 2022 | EF3 | 69 km | 34.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2010 | EF3 | 98 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2002 | EF3 | 87 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2000 | EF3 | 94 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 100 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 87 km | 4.0 mi | 2 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF3 | 50 km | 34.1 mi | 3 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF3 | 24 km | 26.0 mi | 2 |
| May 29, 1994 | EF3 | 99 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 1990 | EF3 | 92 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 1986 | EF3 | 87 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PK COMPLEX (128,548 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | PK COMPLEX | 128,548 | 100 km |
| 2009 | MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX | 25,907 | 27 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 1 | 22,099 | 69 km |
| 2009 | TWO MILE HILL COMPLEX | 20,991 | 71 km |
| 2009 | BRUSHY MOUNTAIN | 18,412 | 80 km |
| 2006 | RINGGOLD | 16,382 | 42 km |
| 2008 | ARCHER CO | 13,969 | 84 km |
| 2009 | APRIL 9TH COMPLEX 2 | 13,805 | 42 km |
| 1996 | HENRIETTA FIRE | 13,629 | 40 km |
| 1996 | POOLVILLE FIRE | 12,128 | 50 km |
| 2022 | DEMPSEY | 11,576 | 82 km |
| 2023 | CAMPBELL | 7,888 | 87 km |
| 2011 | CHERRY HOMES | 7,398 | 26 km |
| 2006 | BIALOCO | 6,843 | 97 km |
| 2011 | ENMIN FIRE | 6,618 | 56 km |
| 2009 | MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX | 6,505 | 26 km |
| 2017 | SQUIRREL CREEK | 6,463 | 88 km |
| 2022 | WEST BEND | 6,192 | 74 km |
| 2021 | ARROWHEAD | 6,156 | 69 km |
| 2011 | MCDONALD II | 5,932 | 38 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in |
Sunset CDP (Montague County) has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 42°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.5").