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Houston lies near the Gulf of Mexico in SouthTexas. It's known for its humid and semitropical weather. Houston is also known for its air conditioning; Frommer.com notes that "Houston has earned the unofficial title of "Air-Conditioning Capital of the World."
Averages
Houston has an average annual temperature of 68.8 degrees.
The average annual temperature in Houston is 68.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The average annual precipitation is 47.84 inches. In January, the average temperature is 51.8 F, and in July the average temperature is 83.6.
Extremes
The normal annual high in Houston is 79.4 degrees.
According to weatherbyday.com, the hottest temperature in Houston for the past 36 years was 109 F, while the normal high annual temperature is 79.4 degrees. The lowest documented temperature for the last 36 years was 3 degrees; the usual annual low is 58.2 degrees.
Hurricanes
Citizens of Houston take hurricanes very seriously.
The threat of hurricanes is taken very seriously in Houston. According to the Weather Research Center, 21 hurricanes affected the Houston area between 1854 and 1989.
Does it Snow in Houston?
Houston only averages 0.4 inches snow per year.
The winters are known to be mild, but it does freeze occasionally in Houston. On average, Houston receives 0.4 inches of snow per year.
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