Val Verde County Climate
Val Verde County, Texas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
69.5°F
Annual Precip
19.0"
Annual Snowfall
0.2"
Extreme Heat Days
134
days >= 90°F/yr
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Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
7,390
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Val Verde County
Climate Verdict
Val Verde County has a warm, averaging 69.5°F year-round, semi-arid conditions with only 19.0 inches of annual precipitation, extreme heat exposure with 133.7 days per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.2 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 50.3°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 86.1°F. The 36°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. January is typically the coldest month and August the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Val Verde County is 4.0°F warmer than the Texas statewide average of 65.5°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 12.8 inches less precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 28.858126617324174 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Val Verde County Weather
Extreme heat and desert-like dryness
Val Verde County is one of the hotter regions in the U.S., with an annual average temperature of 69.5°F. It receives only 19 inches of annual precipitation, making it significantly drier than the national average.
Among the hottest counties in Texas
The county's 69.5°F average temperature is four degrees higher than the Texas state average of 65.5°F. It also receives just 19 inches of rain, far below the state average of 31.9 inches.
High heat on the Rio Grande
Val Verde County experiences 134 days of extreme heat, outstripping many of its neighbors to the north and east. This border region combines the aridity of West Texas with the intense solar radiation of the southern latitudes.
Relentless summers and mild winters
The summer heat is extreme, with 134 days over 90°F and a July average of 86.1°F. Winters are pleasant and short, averaging 52.0°F with almost no snow at 0.2 inches annually.
Beat the heat and conserve water
Reliable air conditioning and window shading are vital for managing the 134 days of extreme heat. With only 19 inches of rain, residents should adopt water-saving habits and prepare for frequent drought conditions.
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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.