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Weather & Climate in Utopia, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Utopia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 312 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 29.3 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 1,427 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.6241°N, 99.5127°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Bandera County County |
| Nearest Airport | San Antonio International (SAT) 63 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 66.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 89.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 29.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
52 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Jul 19, 2023 | 19 km E of Pleasanton, Texas | M3.8 | 140 km | 9 km |
| Jul 24, 2025 | 18 km E of El Indio, Texas | M3.6 | 136 km | 1 km |
| Feb 20, 2022 | 3 km S of El Indio, Texas | M3.4 | 149 km | 3 km |
| Jan 9, 2021 | 3 km WSW of El Indio, Texas | M3.3 | 149 km | 9 km |
| Feb 18, 2021 | 7 km SSE of El Indio, Texas | M3.3 | 150 km | 7 km |
| Sep 10, 2014 | 7 km NNE of Charlotte, Texas | M3.2 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jul 19, 2023 | 18 km E of Pleasanton, Texas | M3.1 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2018 | 2 km SW of Christine, Texas | M3.1 | 135 km | 8 km |
| Jun 18, 2021 | 3 km SSW of El Indio, Texas | M3.1 | 150 km | 2 km |
| Jul 24, 2021 | 11 km NW of Tilden, Texas | M3.1 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2021 | 6 km WNW of El Indio, Texas | M3.0 | 148 km | 9 km |
| Jun 3, 2018 | 8 km E of Christine, Texas | M3.0 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Jun 11, 2018 | 6 km E of Christine, Texas | M2.9 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Feb 22, 2025 | 19 km WSW of Falls City, Texas | M2.8 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Aug 10, 1992 | 4 km NNW of Pleasanton, Texas | M2.8 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Jan 16, 2015 | 5 km NW of Jourdanton, Texas | M2.8 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 2019 | 3 km E of Cotulla, Texas | M2.8 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jul 14, 2025 | 17 km SW of Charlotte, Texas | M2.8 | 117 km | 4 km |
| Apr 11, 2009 | 5 km SSE of Jourdanton, Texas | M2.8 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Apr 13, 2023 | 7 km ESE of El Indio, Texas | M2.7 | 145 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
3 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 238 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 81 mph | 278 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 1 | 81 mph | 236 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
154 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 133 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 16, 1989 | EF4 | 96 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1973 | EF4 | 93 km | 23.3 mi | 5 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF4 | 79 km | 1.0 mi | 2 |
| May 11, 1999 | EF3 | 81 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 1975 | EF3 | 70 km | 8.3 mi | 3 |
| Nov 22, 1961 | EF3 | 99 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF3 | 95 km | 4.9 mi | 1 |
| Feb 19, 2017 | EF2 | 99 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2016 | EF2 | 87 km | 4.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 77 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2012 | EF2 | 84 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2006 | EF2 | 49 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 2002 | EF2 | 65 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 2002 | EF2 | 91 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2001 | EF2 | 44 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 1996 | EF2 | 11 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF2 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF2 | 48 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1988 | EF2 | 89 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 4, 1983 | EF2 | 73 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
18 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BROWN RANCH (17,881 acres, 2015).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2015 | BROWN RANCH | 17,881 | 97 km |
| 2011 | OASIS | 7,919 | 93 km |
| 2000 | NUECES RIVER FIRE | 5,576 | 94 km |
| 2022 | NETHERY ROAD | 3,391 | 99 km |
| 2008 | GARVEN STORE COMPLEX | 3,379 | 47 km |
| 2008 | HOLMES | 3,331 | 86 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 2,719 | 94 km |
| 2022 | TRAINING AREA 23 | 2,696 | 94 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 2,654 | 44 km |
| 2022 | WEST NUECES | 1,893 | 68 km |
| 2011 | DOSS | 1,860 | 87 km |
| 2008 | KERR COUNTY COMPLEX | 1,775 | 68 km |
| 2008 | TAYLOR ROAD | 1,355 | 87 km |
| 2015 | MK | 1,311 | 69 km |
| 2005 | MILLENIUM RANCH | 1,191 | 90 km |
| 2006 | CVFD NUMBER 70 | 1,177 | 10 km |
| 2022 | DAS GOAT | 1,135 | 58 km |
| 2006 | CIRCLE K | 1,045 | 93 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 1.2 in |
Utopia has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 46°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.2").