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TXTexas Weather & Climate
Climate overview
Texas climate is highly varied — humid subtropical (east), arid (west), tropical (south). Tornadoes, hurricanes, heat waves.
Extreme weather risk
- 🌪️ Tornadoes: Yes — in the Tornado Alley belt. Peak season April–June.
- 🌀 Hurricanes: Yes — Atlantic/Gulf coast hurricane season runs June through November.
- ☀️ Heat waves: Summer temperatures can exceed 100°F (38°C) for extended periods.
Time zone
Texas observes Central Time (the state spans multiple time zones).
When to visit (weather-wise)
Winter and spring (November-April) avoid the brutal summer heat. Locals leave town in August.
Weather constraints in the daily puzzle
"Tornado Alley", "Hurricane zone", "Sun Belt", "Snow Belt" are recurring Statedoku categories.
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