Motley County Climate
Motley County, Texas
Avg Annual Temp
61.0°F
Annual Precip
23.4"
Annual Snowfall
4.3"
Extreme Heat Days
93.1
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Motley County Weather
A Warmer Twist on High Plains Climate
Motley County averages 61.0°F annually, which sits well above the national median temperature. The region maintains a semi-arid profile while staying about 8 degrees warmer than the typical U.S. county.
Cooler than the Texas Average
While much of Texas swelters, Motley County is actually cooler than the state average of 65.5°F. Its northern location keeps its annual mean over 4 degrees lower than the statewide figure.
Dry Conditions Compared to the Coast
The county receives just 23.4 inches of rain per year, which is significantly less than the Texas average of 31.9 inches. This dry climate is typical for the Rolling Plains but starkly different from the humid eastern counties.
Long Summers and Snowy Dustings
Residents face 93 days of extreme heat above 90°F, mostly concentrated in a July that averages 81.2°F. Winter brings a notable contrast, including 4.3 inches of annual snowfall and a January mean of 41.1°F.
Prepare for Wide Temperature Swings
HVAC systems must handle 93 days of extreme heat and winter lows that average 42.4°F. The low 23.4-inch rainfall suggests that drought-resistant landscaping is the most practical choice for local yards.
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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.