Franklin County Climate
Franklin County, Texas
Avg Annual Temp
64.6°F
Annual Precip
46.3"
Annual Snowfall
1.0"
Extreme Heat Days
84.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Franklin County Weather
Temperate Northeast Texas Climate
Franklin County features an annual average temperature of 64.6°F and a high annual precipitation of 46.3 inches. This humid subtropical climate is much wetter and warmer than the typical United States county.
A Rainier Corner of Texas
While its 64.6°F temperature is close to the Texas average of 65.5°F, the county is much wetter. It receives 14.4 inches more annual rain than the state average of 31.9 inches.
The Piney Woods Influence
Similar to its East Texas neighbors, Franklin enjoys more rain and slightly cooler summers than Central Texas counties. Its 46.3 inches of rain puts it on par with the lush, forested regions of the Ark-La-Tex border.
Wet Summers and Brisk Winters
Extreme heat is less frequent here than in South Texas, with 84 days reaching 90°F or higher. Winters are relatively cool, averaging 46.9°F and seeing an occasional inch of snowfall.
Prepare for Rainy Seasons
Excellent rain gear and moisture-resistant building materials are a must for the frequent 46.3 inches of annual precipitation. Gardeners can take advantage of the generous rainfall, but should protect plants from the 84 days of summer heat.
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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.