Mitchell County Climate
Mitchell County, Texas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
63.6°F
Annual Precip
22.0"
Annual Snowfall
1.6"
Extreme Heat Days
112
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,784
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Mitchell County
Climate Verdict
Mitchell County has a warm, averaging 63.6°F year-round, semi-arid conditions with only 22.0 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 111.7 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.6 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 43.0°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 83.7°F. The 41°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Mitchell County closely matches the Texas statewide average temperature of 65.5°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 9.9 inches less precipitation than the state average.
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.
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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.