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Dallas County Travel Guide

Dallas County travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.

🌙 96°F now🕔 11:59 PM local📅 Best: February, March, July, August, September and October👥 2.6 million

Active alerts for Dallas County

⚠️Extreme Heat Warning · Severe
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 24 at 1:30PM CDT until August 25 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Issued by NWS Fort Worth TX
⚠️Mon, Aug 24: extreme heat, 108°F (42°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 105°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 101°F (39°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Aug 27: extreme heat, 105°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Fri, Aug 28: extreme heat, 104°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 29: extreme heat, 104°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Summary

Dallas County is a county in Texas. Dallas County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 2.6 million.

Right now it is 96°F (36°C) in Dallas County with clear. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 86°F to 108°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Dallas County is February, March, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, April and May tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 98°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.

The closest major airport is Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), about 16 mi away. Nearby highlights include Enchanted Rock State Natural Area and Hot Springs National Park.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 108°F is 9.5°F above the 98°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Dallas County today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Map of Dallas County

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 32°46′36.1″N 96°47′49.2″W (32.7767, -96.797)

Weather in Dallas County right now

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96°F
Clear · feels like 92°F
Humidity22%
Wind10 mph SSE
Gusts18 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover1%
Pressure996 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 37 mi
Air quality63 · Moderate
Sunrise6:56 AM
Sunset8:02 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 86%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:59 PM, Aug 24 local time.

⚠️Mon, Aug 24: extreme heat, 108°F (42°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 105°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 101°F (39°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Aug 27: extreme heat, 105°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Fri, Aug 28: extreme heat, 104°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 29: extreme heat, 104°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Weekend outlook

Saturday, Aug 29

☁️ 104° / 84°

Overcast · 3% rain · wind 11 mph

Sunday, Aug 30

🌤️ 103° / 83°

Mainly clear · 1% rain · wind 12 mph

Quick facts about Dallas County

TypeCounty
StateTexas
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates32°46′36.1″N 96°47′49.2″W (32.7767, -96.797)
Population2.600.000
Local time11:59 PM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsFebruary, March, July, August, September and October
ClimateContinental

Things to do in Dallas County

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Dallas County.

Best time to visit Dallas County

Go in February, March, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, April and May - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★☆☆
February★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★☆☆
May★★★☆☆
June★★★☆☆
July★★★★
August★★★★
September★★★★
October★★★★
November★★★☆☆
December★★★☆☆

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
Worth avoiding
  • Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, April and May - historically the least comfortable months here.

Airports near Dallas County

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

Explore Dallas County

Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Dallas County?

Dallas County is a county in Texas. Its coordinates are 32.7767, -96.797. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Dallas County right now?

It is currently 96°F (36°C) with clear. Humidity is 22% and wind is 10 mph.

When is the best time to visit Dallas County?

February, March, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Dallas County, which has a continental climate. January, April and May are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Dallas County in?

Dallas County observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:59 PM.

How many people live in Dallas County?

Dallas County has a population of approximately 2.6 million.

What is the nearest airport to Dallas County?

The closest airports are Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 16 mi away, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 185 mi away and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 211 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Dallas County?

Popular options include Enchanted Rock State Natural Area and Hot Springs National Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
Written byWriter at USPOTUS

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