Mitchell County Climate

Mitchell County, Texas

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec63.6°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

63.6°F

Annual Precip

22.0"

Annual Snowfall

1.6"

Extreme Heat Days

111.7

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.9"
1.3"
1.7"
1.5"
2.1"
3.0"
2.0"
3.0"
1.9"
2.3"
1.2"
1.0"
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring55°73°5.4"Summer80°84°8.0"Fall52°75°5.4"Winter43°47°3.3"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 80% of US counties
Wetter than 17% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 36% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Mitchell County Weather

Warm Temperatures and Limited Rainfall

Mitchell's average temperature of 63.6°F is over 10 degrees higher than the national median of 53°F. It is a dry region, receiving only 22.0 inches of precipitation annually.

Drier than the Texas State Average

The county receives roughly 10 inches less rain than the Texas average of 31.9 inches. Its 63.6°F average temperature is slightly cooler than the state mean of 65.5°F.

A Bridge Between Arid and Humid

Mitchell is wetter than Midland to the west but drier than the counties in Central Texas. It shares a similar extreme heat profile with its neighbors, seeing 112 days above 90°F.

High Heat Days and Mild Winters

July averages a hot 83.7°F, part of a long summer with 112 extreme heat days. Winters are generally mild at 44.5°F and see only 1.6 inches of snowfall.

Managing Constant Sun and Dryness

Sun protection and water conservation are vital given the 112 days of extreme heat and 22.0 inches of rain. Air conditioning systems should be serviced before the peak July heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Mitchell County?
The average annual temperature in Mitchell County, TX is 63.6°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Mitchell County get?
Mitchell County receives an average of 22.0 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 Mitchell County?
Yes, Mitchell County receives an average of 1.6 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Mitchell County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Mitchell County is 81.9°F. The county experiences an average of 111.7 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Mitchell County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Mitchell County is 44.5°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 43.0°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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