Briscoe County Climate
Briscoe County, Texas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.6°F
Annual Precip
21.7"
Annual Snowfall
9.2"
Extreme Heat Days
74
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,514
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Current Conditions
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Climate Advisory: Briscoe County
Climate Verdict
Briscoe County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.6°F, semi-arid conditions with only 21.7 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 73.8 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 9.2 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.9°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.2°F. The 41°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Briscoe County is 6.9°F cooler than the Texas statewide average of 65.5°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 10.2 inches less precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 31.041873382675817 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Briscoe County Weather
Moderate Temps and Panhandle Snow
Briscoe County's annual average of 58.6°F is closer to the national median than most of Texas. However, its 21.7 inches of rain is slightly lower than the typical U.S. precipitation level.
Coolest Among the Texas Plains
At 58.6°F, Briscoe County is nearly 7 degrees cooler than the Texas state average of 65.5°F. It also stands out for its 9.2 inches of annual snowfall, far exceeding the state norm.
Less Heat than Central Texas
Briscoe experiences only 74 extreme heat days, significantly fewer than the 116 seen in Brown County. Its climate is defined by the higher elevation and latitude of the Texas Panhandle region.
Distinct Seasons and Significant Snow
Winters are cold for Texas, averaging 39.4°F with 9.2 inches of snow. Summers are warm but manageable, with a July average of 79.2°F and fewer 90°F days than most of the state.
Prepare for Real Winter Weather
Unlike most of Texas, Briscoe residents need reliable snow removal tools and winterized plumbing for freezing nights. Effective home insulation is key for a county where January averages drop to 37.9°F.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.