Weather & Climate in Wolfe City, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Wolfe City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 668 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
86°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 668 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,072/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3685°N, 96.0720°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Fannin County County |
| Nearest Airport | North Texas Regional/Perrin Field (PNX) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 68.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 38.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 34.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively 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
125 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Sep 6, 1997 | 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma | M4.5 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 2012 | 8 km SSW of Pittsburg, Oklahoma | M4.1 | 142 km | 5 km |
| May 7, 2015 | 5 km N of Venus, Texas | M4.0 | 138 km | 3 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2013 | 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Mar 4, 2013 | 5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Jun 8, 2004 | 6 km N of Lone Grove, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 98 km | 6 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 23 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 103 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 2002 | 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 101 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 109 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 98 km | 8 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Sep 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Madill, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 102 km | 5 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 4 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.2 | 100 km | 5 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 1 | - | 273 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
653 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 54 fatalities, 1,540 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF5 | 97 km | 53.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 79 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF4 | 40 km | 44.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 80 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF4 | 52 km | 23.0 mi | 10 |
| May 13, 1981 | EF4 | 56 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1960 | EF4 | 80 km | 30.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1957 | EF4 | 88 km | 5.2 mi | 2 |
| Apr 2, 1957 | EF4 | 71 km | 7.9 mi | 3 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 64 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 20, 2019 | EF3 | 96 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2019 | EF3 | 68 km | 27.6 mi | 2 |
| May 9, 2016 | EF3 | 67 km | 13.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2015 | EF3 | 71 km | 18.8 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 78 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2006 | EF3 | 42 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 86 km | 71.5 mi | 1 |
| Dec 13, 1984 | EF3 | 89 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 35 km | 32.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1982 | EF3 | 79 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
6 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ACHILLE (4,958 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | ACHILLE | 4,958 | 61 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,634 | 30 km |
| 2009 | ELM WOOD | 1,313 | 95 km |
| 2005 | ALLEN | 1,232 | 96 km |
| 2006 | COOPER LAKE | 1,224 | 29 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,133 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.4 in |
Wolfe City has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 46°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.8").