Gray County Climate
Gray County, Texas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.8°F
Annual Precip
23.8"
Annual Snowfall
11.6"
Extreme Heat Days
69
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,628
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Gray County
Climate Verdict
Gray County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.8°F, semi-arid conditions with only 23.8 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 69.15 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 11.6 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 38.2°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.7°F. The 42°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
Gray County is 6.6°F cooler than the Texas statewide average of 65.5°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 8.1 inches less precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 35.69187338267581 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Gray County Weather
A cooler, seasonal Panhandle climate
Gray County averages 58.8°F annually, which is much closer to the national median than most of Texas. It experiences true seasonal variety, including significant winter weather.
One of the coolest Texas counties
At 58.8°F, Gray County is significantly cooler than the Texas state average of 65.5°F. Its 23.8 inches of annual rain is also below the state average, typical for the High Plains.
Coldest winters in the region
With a January average of 38.2°F, Gray County is much colder than central or southern Texas neighbors. It receives 11.6 inches of snow, far surpassing the state's more southern regions.
Distinct winters and manageable summers
The county sees 11.6 inches of snow annually and a winter average of 39.5°F. Summers are warm but less extreme than the rest of Texas, with 69 heat days and a 78.0°F summer average.
Prepare for snow and cold winds
Unlike most of Texas, residents here need snow removal tools and heavy winter gear for the 11.6 inches of annual snowfall. Homes require robust heating systems to handle the 38.2°F January lows.
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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.