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extreme-heat Extreme Heat Risk in San Antonio, TX

Risk Level: Very High — Score 7/10

FEMA: 7Historical: 8

Key Risk Factors

  • FEMA rates San Antonio's county as Relatively High risk
  • Estimated annual loss of $39M from this hazard type
  • 2 events on record in proximity
  • 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
  • Average annual frequency: 10.3 events per year

Peak season: June-September

Last significant event: Extreme Heat - Southwest Texas, United States (2025-05-13) — 749,000 people exposed

Highest Risk Cities for Extreme Heats

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FEMA: 9Historical: 8
2
FEMA: 9Historical: 0
3
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
4
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
5
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
6
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
7
FEMA: 9Historical: 0
8
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 7Historical: 10
10
FEMA: 7Historical: 10
San Antonio is not in the top 10 for extreme heat risk among tracked cities.

How San Antonio Compares

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Notable Extreme Heat Events Near San Antonio

Extreme Heat - Southwest Texas, United States

May 12, 2025 WARNING

749,000 people exposed; $96,292M capital exposed

Extreme Heat - Southern and Central Texas, United States

June 18, 2019 WARNING

Impact data not available

Extreme Heat Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Stay hydrated — drink water regularly even if you don’t feel thirsty
  • 2.Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 4 PM)
  • 3.Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
  • 4.Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning
  • 5.Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle

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