Ochiltree County Climate
Ochiltree County, Texas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
59.1°F
Annual Precip
21.7"
Annual Snowfall
9.1"
Extreme Heat Days
74
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
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Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,782
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Ochiltree County
Climate Verdict
Ochiltree County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 59.1°F, semi-arid conditions with only 21.7 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 74 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 37.2°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 82.0°F. The 45°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
Ochiltree County is 6.4°F cooler than the Texas statewide average of 65.5°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 10.1 inches less precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 30.841873382675814 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Ochiltree County Weather
The Cooler Side of the Panhandle
Ochiltree County averages 59.1°F annually, which is closer to the national median than most of Texas. Its high-plains location provides a much different climate than the rest of the state.
Well Below the Texas Temperature Mean
The county is over 6 degrees cooler than the Texas average of 65.5°F. Its 21.7 inches of annual rain also puts it in the drier third of the state's counties.
Snowy Peaks in a Dry Region
Ochiltree receives 9.1 inches of snow annually, which is extremely high for Texas. It is much colder in winter than its southern neighbors, with a January average of only 37.2°F.
Cold Winters and Moderate Summers
Summers are shorter here, with 74 days of extreme heat compared to over 100 in South Texas. Winter is the dominant season, featuring a chilly Dec-Feb average of 38.6°F.
Winterize for Cold and Snow
Residents must maintain reliable heating systems and snow removal equipment for the 9.1 inches of annual snowfall. Water-efficient landscaping is also necessary due to the 21.7-inch rainfall average.
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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.