Sterling County, Texas has a hot, humid climate typical of the southern United States. Summers are long and hot with temperatures reaching into the upper 90s and occasionally up to 110掳F. The winter months see mild temperatures with highs in the mid 50s and lows around the freezing point. Rainfall is plentiful throughout the year, with rainfall averaging between 30 and 40 inches per year. Thunderstorms are also common during late spring and summer months, occasionally accompanied by hail or high winds. Snowfall is rare, but not unheard of during winter months. Overall, Sterling County enjoys a wonderful climate that allows for year-round outdoor activities.
Sterling County, Texas gets 22 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Sterling County averages 2 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 251 sunny days per year in Sterling County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Sterling County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 45 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 94 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 28
Rain: averages 22 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 2 inches of snow a year