 The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Elgin has a humid subtropical climate, "Cfa" on climate maps.Elgin is served by the Elgin Independent School District, which covers more than in portions of Bastrop, Lee, Williamson, and Travis Counties, and provides educational facilities and resources to meet the needs of more than 4,000 students as of 2010.