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Weather & Climate in Wyldwood, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Wyldwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 303 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 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 513 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 513 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 12.1 sq mi (31.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 480/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.1287°N, 97.4774°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Bastrop County County |
| Nearest Airport | Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) 12 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 81.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 43.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 26.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
143 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Jan 30, 2025 | 18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.6 | 124 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M4.5 | 142 km | 7 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M4.3 | 141 km | 8 km |
| Sep 14, 2023 | 16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M4.1 | 126 km | 8 km |
| May 1, 2018 | 4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas | M4.0 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Apr 7, 2008 | 7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Feb 22, 2024 | 3 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 136 km | 8 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.9 | 141 km | 8 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 2 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 141 km | 8 km |
| Feb 12, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.7 | 141 km | 7 km |
| Jun 16, 2019 | 5 km SE of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jul 20, 1991 | 8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas | M3.6 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Feb 23, 2024 | 2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 137 km | 8 km |
| May 2, 2024 | 2 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 137 km | 7 km |
| Jan 31, 2025 | 19 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.5 | 123 km | 7 km |
| Feb 19, 2024 | 0 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.4 | 137 km | 6 km |
| Feb 9, 2024 | 3 km S of Falls City, Texas | M3.4 | 141 km | 6 km |
| Apr 10, 2021 | 10 km SSE of Smiley, Texas | M3.4 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2024 | 4 km E of Falls City, Texas | M3.2 | 136 km | 8 km |
| Apr 17, 2024 | 21 km ENE of Falls City, Texas | M3.2 | 123 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
8 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Beryl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 170 km |
| 2021 | Nicholas | Category 1 | 75 mph | 227 km |
| 2017 | Harvey | Category 4 | 132 mph | 160 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 220 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 297 km |
| 2003 | Claudette | Category 1 | 92 mph | 179 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 261 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 197 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
441 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 34 fatalities, 296 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 27, 1997 | EF5 | 78 km | 5.1 mi | 27 |
| May 27, 1997 | EF4 | 59 km | 5.6 mi | 1 |
| Apr 12, 2022 | EF3 | 89 km | 16.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 2000 | EF3 | 83 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1997 | EF3 | 57 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1994 | EF3 | 91 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1989 | EF3 | 73 km | 3.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 7, 1980 | EF3 | 49 km | 31.7 mi | 1 |
| Mar 10, 1973 | EF3 | 98 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 97 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 95 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 20, 1967 | EF3 | 82 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1959 | EF3 | 29 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1957 | EF3 | 19 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1957 | EF3 | 64 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1957 | EF3 | 58 km | 16.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 30, 1954 | EF3 | 33 km | 139.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 1953 | EF3 | 64 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 1, 1953 | EF3 | 82 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 1953 | EF3 | 33 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
13 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX (31,838 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX | 31,838 | 23 km |
| 2011 | DELHI | 4,735 | 36 km |
| 2011 | SPICEWOOD | 4,239 | 68 km |
| 2015 | HIDDEN PINES | 3,807 | 29 km |
| 1984 | STEWAIT | 3,696 | 93 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,234 | 82 km |
| 2011 | LUTHERHILL | 2,215 | 64 km |
| 2008 | BERTRAM | 1,567 | 87 km |
| 2008 | HWY 195 FIRE | 1,523 | 78 km |
| 2009 | WILDERNESS RIDGE | 1,278 | 27 km |
| 2022 | SMOKE RIDER | 1,233 | 74 km |
| 2008 | SANDY 2-148 | 1,144 | 99 km |
| 2006 | PURGATORY | 1,004 | 64 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in |
Wyldwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 50°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (1.9").