Natural Disaster Risk in Floresville

Natural Hazard Profile: Floresville, Texas

Located along the Gulf Coast in Wilson County, Floresville is a city of approximately 24,283 residents. The diverse climate that characterizes this part of Texas — marked by an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Floresville a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Floresville's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.0/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hail is the primary natural disaster concern, with severe storms delivering baseball-sized or larger hailstones that cause significant insured losses each year. Secondary hazards include drought and tornado.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Floresville's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hail and drought, as measured by FEMA across Wilson County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

Floresville's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.