Weather & Climate

Webb County's Climate: Hot, Dry, and Semi-Arid

Webb County is a hot, semi-arid region with an average of about 20 inches of rain per year and summer temperatures that regularly top 100°F.

Webb County Home & Property

Webb County covers 3,363 square miles of rolling South Texas brush country. The landscape is mostly mesquite, thorny shrubs, and cactus. Elevation ranges from 400 to 700 feet. Summers are long and very hot — temperatures routinely climb past 100°F. Winters are mild but can include brief freezes.

Annual rainfall averages around 20 inches, most of which comes in late summer thunderstorms. Droughts are common in this region. Water supply is a real concern for both residents and ranchers. Extreme heat in summer is a health hazard for outdoor workers and elderly residents. Plan for high cooling costs if you live here.

Source to confirm: Texas Handbook Online – Webb County

More Webb County notes

Property Tax

Who Handles Property Taxes in Webb County

Two separate offices handle property taxes here: the appraisal district sets your home's value, and the tax assessor-collector sends the bill.

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Property Tax Exemption

Lower Your Tax Bill With a Homestead Exemption

If you own and live in your home in Webb County, you can apply for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value of your property.

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Agricultural Valuation

Ranch Land Can Be Taxed on What It Produces, Not What It's Worth

Qualifying ranch and farm land in Webb County can be appraised at its agricultural productivity value, which is usually much lower than market value.

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Vehicle Registration

Register Your Vehicle at the Webb County Tax Office

Vehicle titles and registration renewals in Webb County go through the county tax assessor-collector's office, not a separate DMV office.

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