Weather & Climate in Van, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Van enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 484 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 484 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 920/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5239°N, 95.6376°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Van Zandt County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tyler Pounds Regional (TYR) 18 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 58.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 39.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 27.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
70 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| May 17, 2012 | 3 km NE of Timpson, Texas | M4.8 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 147 km | 5 km |
| May 7, 2015 | 5 km N of Venus, Texas | M4.0 | 137 km | 3 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 127 km | 7 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 123 km | 6 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 127 km | 7 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 144 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 127 km | 8 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 129 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 133 km | 9 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 128 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas | M3.2 | 142 km | 6 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 4 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.1 | 124 km | 8 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas | M3.1 | 145 km | 4 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 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 3 | 98 mph | 246 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 172 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 2 | 75 mph | 268 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
601 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 27 fatalities, 1,086 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 46 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 94 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 95 km | 16.9 mi | 1 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 26 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2015 | EF3 | 13 km | 10.2 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 82 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 6, 2003 | EF3 | 89 km | 38.2 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 85 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 26, 1991 | EF3 | 62 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1988 | EF3 | 67 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 83 km | 33.0 mi | 4 |
| Dec 13, 1984 | EF3 | 96 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 13, 1981 | EF3 | 80 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 68 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1979 | EF3 | 31 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1979 | EF3 | 79 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 1979 | EF3 | 44 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1978 | EF3 | 67 km | 29.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1973 | EF3 | 31 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1973 | EF3 | 95 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: OLD MAGNOLIA (4,881 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | OLD MAGNOLIA | 4,881 | 67 km |
| 2011 | DIANA | 2,863 | 81 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,634 | 86 km |
| 2011 | 495 | 1,606 | 76 km |
| 2011 | HENDERSON 474 JOHNSON | 1,594 | 80 km |
| 2011 | HENDERSON 475 | 1,379 | 62 km |
| 2006 | COOPER LAKE | 1,224 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
Van has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (2.7").