Midland County Climate
Midland County, Texas
Avg Annual Temp
65.3°F
Annual Precip
13.5"
Annual Snowfall
3.1"
Extreme Heat Days
120.6
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Midland County Weather
A Warm and Arid West Texas Climate
Midland's annual average temperature of 65.3°F is significantly higher than the national median of 53°F. The county receives just 13.5 inches of rain per year, characterizing it as a semi-arid region.
Matching the Texas Temperature Average
The county's 65.3°F average temperature sits right alongside the Texas state average of 65.5°F. However, its 13.5 inches of rain is far below the state average of 31.9 inches.
Drier than Its Eastern Neighbors
Midland is considerably more arid than Mitchell County to the east, which receives 22.0 inches of annual precipitation. Both counties share similar heat profiles with over 110 days of extreme heat annually.
Intense Summers and Gentle Winters
Summers bring 121 days of temperatures at or above 90°F with a July average of 83.5°F. Winters are mild, averaging 47.4°F with only 3.1 inches of annual snowfall.
Strategies for Heat and Drought
Residents should invest in high-efficiency cooling to manage the 121 days of extreme heat. Xeriscaping is a practical choice given the low 13.5-inch annual rainfall.
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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.