Moore County Climate
Moore County, Texas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
56.5°F
Annual Precip
17.7"
Annual Snowfall
9.1"
Extreme Heat Days
73
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,137
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Moore County
Climate Verdict
Moore County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 56.5°F, semi-arid conditions with only 17.7 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 73.3 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 9.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 35.6°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.7°F. The 43°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Moore County is 9.0°F cooler than the Texas statewide average of 65.5°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 14.2 inches less precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 31.541873382675817 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Moore County Weather
A Cooler and Drier Panhandle Climate
Moore's average temperature of 56.5°F is very close to the 53°F national median. It is a dry region with only 17.7 inches of annual precipitation.
One of the Coolest Texas Counties
The county is much cooler than the 65.5°F state average and significantly drier than the 31.9-inch state mean. It sees 9.1 inches of snow, which is rare for most of Texas.
Far Snowier than Southern Peers
Moore averages 9.1 inches of snow, far exceeding the 1.6 inches found in Mitchell County. It also has fewer extreme heat days, totaling 73 compared to Mitchell's 112.
True Winters and Manageable Summers
July averages 78.7°F, leading to just 73 extreme heat days. Winters are cold for the state, averaging 36.8°F with significant snowfall for a Texas county.
Preparation for Snow and Wind
Snow removal tools and heavy coats are necessary for the 9.1 inches of annual snowfall. The 73 days of heat are fewer than most of Texas, but cooling is still needed in July.
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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.