[4] The climate in this area is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year.

The Köppen climate classification system describes the weather as humid subtropical, Cfa.

The community, then called Golconda, was laid out soon thereafter, and received its post office in March 1858.

The Civil War, however, had a dire effect on commerce in the community, forcing several businesses to close.

The current Palo Pinto County Courthouse, located on US 180 at the center of town, was built in 1940.