Matagorda County Climate
Matagorda County, Texas
Avg Annual Temp
69.9°F
Annual Precip
45.5"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
72.36666666666666
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Matagorda County Weather
A humid subtropical coastal climate
Matagorda County averages a warm 69.9°F, far exceeding the national median temperature. Its coastal location provides a humid environment with high annual rainfall.
Warmer than the Texas norm
At 69.9°F, the county is 4.4 degrees warmer than the Texas state average of 65.5°F. It ranks as one of the consistently warmer coastal counties in the state.
The wettest in the region
The county receives a substantial 45.5 inches of rain annually, far outpacing neighbor Medina County's 29.8 inches. Despite the warmth, it only sees 72 days over 90°F, fewer than its inland neighbors due to Gulf breezes.
Stable temperatures and rare snow
Winters are very mild with a January average of 53.8°F and just 0.3 inches of annual snow. Summers are humid with an average of 82.7°F, but the heat is tempered by the nearby ocean.
Manage humidity and rainfall
Dehumidifiers are essential here to manage the humid air and 45.5 inches of annual rain. Residents should prioritize storm preparation and corrosion-resistant materials for outdoor structures near the coast.
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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.