Abilene, TX Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Abilene, TX gets 25.2 in of precipitation a year over about 67 rainy days, and about 3.7 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 95°F) and January the coldest (average low 34°F).

Abilene climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Abilene, TX has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 58°F in January to 95°F in July. June is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 73°F.

How much rain does Abilene get?

Abilene gets 25.2 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 67 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 70% of the US.

June is the wettest month, with 3.4 in. January is the driest, with 1.1 in. May has the most rainy days, about 8.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 44 days, to January 7, 2026.

See where Abilene ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in Texas.

Does it snow in Abilene?

Yes. Abilene gets about 3.7 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.

The snowiest winter on record is 2020–21, with 18.8 in.

The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 25, 2026.

See where Abilene ranks: snowiest cities in the US.

Abilene weather by month

Abilene weather in January

In January, Abilene averages a high of 58°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 1.1 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The January record high is 87°F (2000) and the record low is -1°F (1973).

Abilene weather in February

In February, Abilene averages a high of 62°F and a low of 37°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The February record high is 94°F (2024) and the record low is -7°F (1985).

Abilene weather in March

In March, Abilene averages a high of 70°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 1.7 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The March record high is 98°F (2026) and the record low is 10°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Abilene weather in April

In April, Abilene averages a high of 78°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 1.9 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The April record high is 104°F (2012) and the record low is 25°F (1973). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Abilene weather in May

In May, Abilene averages a high of 85°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The May record high is 109°F (2000) and the record low is 33°F (2013).

Abilene weather in June

In June, Abilene averages a high of 91°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The June record high is 109°F (2022) and the record low is 51°F (1982).

Abilene weather in July

In July, Abilene averages a high of 95°F and a low of 73°F. It gets 1.9 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The July record high is 110°F (1978) and the record low is 57°F (2013).

Abilene weather in August

In August, Abilene averages a high of 95°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 2.5 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The August record high is 113°F (2024) and the record low is 50°F (1992).

Abilene weather in September

In September, Abilene averages a high of 87°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 2.7 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 73% of daylight hours. The September record high is 108°F (2023) and the record low is 38°F (1989).

Abilene weather in October

In October, Abilene averages a high of 78°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 2.8 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The October record high is 103°F (1979) and the record low is 20°F (2019). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Abilene weather in November

In November, Abilene averages a high of 67°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 1.4 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The November record high is 93°F (2023) and the record low is 14°F (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Abilene weather in December

In December, Abilene averages a high of 58°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The December record high is 90°F (2021) and the record low is -7°F (1989).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Abilene

October is the sunniest month in Abilene, with sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 52%. Over the year the sun shines about 62% of daylight hours. Abilene is sunnier than 89% of the US.

Humidity peaks in November at 56% and is lowest in August at 42%.

Wind averages 11 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 13 mph.

Abilene has about 102 days a year above 90°F. Abilene is hotter than 93% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 39 days a year.

See where Abilene ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.

First and last freeze in Abilene

The first fall freeze in Abilene typically comes around November 11, and the last spring freeze around March 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 234 days.

Abilene weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Abilene station is 113°F, on August 21, 2024. The coldest is -7°F, on February 2, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 8.3 in of rain, on July 7, 2015.

44 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Abilene

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 73°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 59°F and lows near 35°F. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 78°F and lows near 53°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 94°F and lows near 71°F.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 77°F and lows near 54°F.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysWindHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January1.1 in511 mph49%59%87°-1°
February1.3 in511 mph48%55%94°-7°
March1.7 in612 mph46%52%98°10°
April1.9 in513 mph44%57%104°25°
May3.2 in812 mph54%53%109°33°
June3.4 in711 mph48%66%109°51°
July1.9 in510 mph44%67%110°57°
August2.5 in69 mph42%68%113°50°
September2.7 in69 mph52%73%108°38°
October2.8 in610 mph49%74%103°20°
November1.4 in511 mph56%60%93°14°
December1.3 in511 mph50%60%90°-7°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Abilene climate questions

How much rain does Abilene get?

Abilene gets 25.2 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 67 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Abilene?

June is the wettest month in Abilene, with 3.4 in. January is the driest, with 1.1 in.

How many rainy days does Abilene have a year?

Abilene has about 67 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 8.

Does it snow in Abilene?

Yes. Abilene gets about 3.7 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 2020–21, with 18.8 in.

What is the hottest month in Abilene?

July is the warmest month in Abilene, with an average high of 95°F.

What is the coldest month in Abilene?

January is the coldest month in Abilene, with an average low of 34°F.

What is the record high temperature in Abilene?

The record high at the Abilene station is 113°F, set on August 21, 2024. The record low is -7°F, on February 2, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Abilene?

October is the sunniest month in Abilene, with sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Abilene?

The first fall freeze in Abilene typically comes around November 11. The last spring freeze is around March 22.

What is the best time to visit Abilene?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 73°F.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ABILENE RGNL AP (6 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ABILENE RGNL AP.