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Weather & Climate in Tehuacana, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Tehuacana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 301 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 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 582 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 582 ft (177 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 174/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7432°N, 96.5402°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Limestone County County |
| Nearest Airport | Waco Regional (ACT) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 59.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 92.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 18.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
64 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 | 98 km | 3 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 126 km | 6 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 108 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 113 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 125 km | 9 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 130 km | 8 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 131 km | 5 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 129 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 101 km | 6 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas | M3.1 | 104 km | 4 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 4 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 126 km | 8 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 1 km W of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 126 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 1 km NW of Euless, Texas | M3.0 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Jan 23, 2013 | 6 km S of Coppell, Texas | M3.0 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jan 20, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.0 | 125 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
5 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 277 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 144 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 270 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 296 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 248 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
497 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 143 fatalities, 1,192 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 6, 1973 | EF5 | 90 km | 10.6 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1953 | EF5 | 62 km | 20.9 mi | 114 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 75 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Apr 25, 1994 | EF4 | 97 km | 6.0 mi | 3 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF4 | 91 km | 18.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 1973 | EF4 | 36 km | 23.3 mi | 6 |
| Mar 31, 1959 | EF4 | 65 km | 10.4 mi | 6 |
| Apr 21, 1952 | EF4 | 90 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2019 | EF3 | 97 km | 32.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 96 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF3 | 87 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 2000 | EF3 | 80 km | 7.0 mi | 2 |
| May 27, 1997 | EF3 | 88 km | 3.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1990 | EF3 | 16 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 81 km | 10.5 mi | 1 |
| Oct 13, 1981 | EF3 | 43 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 65 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 52 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1978 | EF3 | 63 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1976 | EF3 | 63 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
5 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: S839 CONCORD ROBBINS (4,388 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | S839 CONCORD ROBBINS | 4,388 | 68 km |
| 2011 | C#491 | 3,616 | 21 km |
| 2011 | 495 | 1,606 | 86 km |
| 2011 | 507 | 1,121 | 83 km |
| 2011 | CEDAR RIDGE | 1,051 | 77 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.1 in |
Tehuacana has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 46°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.9").