Briscoe County Climate
Briscoe County, Texas
Avg Annual Temp
58.6°F
Annual Precip
21.7"
Annual Snowfall
9.2"
Extreme Heat Days
73.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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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 source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.