Hays County Climate

Hays County, Texas

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec68.0°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

68.0°F

Annual Precip

36.5"

Annual Snowfall

0.1"

Extreme Heat Days

111.4

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
2.5"
1.9"
2.8"
2.8"
4.4"
3.6"
2.3"
2.4"
3.9"
4.3"
2.9"
2.6"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring61°75°10.0"Summer81°84°8.4"Fall59°78°11.0"Winter50°54°7.1"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 90% of US counties
Wetter than 37% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 11% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Hays County Weather

Hot Central Texas Corridor

Hays County averages 68.0°F, placing it well above the national median temperature. It receives 36.5 inches of rain, typical for the Texas Hill Country.

Warmer and Wetter Than Average

The county stays warmer than the state average of 65.5°F. Its 36.5 inches of rain also sits slightly above the statewide average of 31.9 inches.

Typical Hill Country Weather

Hays is warmer than Haskell County and experiences similar extreme heat. It shares the flash-flood potential common to Central Texas neighbors.

Long Summers and Rare Snow

The county faces 111 days of extreme heat, with summer averages reaching 83.2°F. Winters are mild at 52.0°F with only trace amounts of snow.

Beating the 111-Day Heat

Prepare for over 100 days of 90°F temperatures with serviced HVAC units and shaded outdoor spaces. Use water-wise gardening to manage the 36.5 inches of rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Hays County?
The average annual temperature in Hays County, TX is 68.0°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Hays County get?
Hays County receives an average of 36.5 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Hays County?
Yes, Hays County receives an average of 0.1 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Hays County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Hays County is 83.2°F. The county experiences an average of 111.4 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Hays County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Hays County is 52.0°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 50.2°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.

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