Weather & Climate in Watauga, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Watauga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54. 36% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 652 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
86°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 652 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,610/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8718°N, 97.2515°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Tarrant County County |
| Nearest Airport | Fort Worth Meacham International (FTW) 7 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 54.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 35.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 30 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 99.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 36.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 31.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
129 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 | 46 km | 3 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 76 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 28 km | 5 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 31 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 34 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 44 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2013 | 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 33 km | 6 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 44 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 26 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 35 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 125 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 2002 | 15 km S of Cornish, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 133 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 28 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 46 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 24 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 30 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 278 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
876 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 51 fatalities, 1,634 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 62 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| May 15, 2013 | EF4 | 70 km | 2.5 mi | 6 |
| Apr 25, 1994 | EF4 | 56 km | 6.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 25, 1990 | EF4 | 55 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF4 | 67 km | 18.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 86 km | 47.3 mi | 7 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 71 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 20, 2019 | EF3 | 31 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF3 | 56 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 2013 | EF3 | 72 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 74 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2006 | EF3 | 88 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| Apr 16, 2002 | EF3 | 16 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 16 km | 4.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 20 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1995 | EF3 | 77 km | 26.0 mi | 2 |
| Dec 13, 1984 | EF3 | 61 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1978 | EF3 | 98 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1978 | EF3 | 96 km | 29.9 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF3 | 56 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: POOLVILLE FIRE (12,128 acres, 1996).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1996 | POOLVILLE FIRE | 12,128 | 58 km |
| 2022 | DEMPSEY | 11,576 | 95 km |
| 2022 | BIG L | 9,653 | 89 km |
| 2011 | CHERRY HOMES | 7,398 | 92 km |
| 2011 | ENMIN FIRE | 6,618 | 97 km |
| 2009 | MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX | 6,505 | 88 km |
| 2022 | CHALK MOUNTAIN | 6,461 | 92 km |
| 2005 | CALLISBURG | 5,797 | 99 km |
| 2011 | BIG TRICKLE RANCH FIRE | 3,623 | 93 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,944 | 35 km |
| 2005 | 730 COMPLEX | 2,438 | 58 km |
| 1993 | UNNAMED | 2,431 | 78 km |
| 2018 | FARMERS ROAD | 2,383 | 36 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 2,362 | 64 km |
| 2006 | JOHNSON MOUNTAIN | 2,332 | 99 km |
| 2009 | TWO BUSH ROAD | 2,082 | 72 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 2,067 | 59 km |
| 2005 | 200 MOUNTAIN RIDGE | 2,051 | 47 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,978 | 100 km |
| 2005 | CARTER | 1,898 | 93 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in |
Watauga has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 48°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.1").