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Dallas County Weather Forecast

Dallas County weather: 85°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.

🌙 85°F now🕔 9:57 AM local📅 Best: February, March, July, August, September and October👥 2.6 million

Risk assessment for Dallas County

Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.

Fire weather10

14 dry days, 15 days above 90°F and humidity at 49%. Hot, dry and windy together is what drives fire spread.

Airborne particulates2.2

Light haze overhead right now. Aerosol readings cannot separate wildfire smoke from dust, so treat this as a haze signal, not a fire confirmation.

Air quality and pollen in Dallas County

57
Moderate
Unusually sensitive people should limit long outdoor exertion.
PM2.518 µg/m³
PM1024.9 µg/m³
Ozone63 µg/m³
NO₂12.7 µg/m³
UV index0 · Low
Airborne hazeLight haze

Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.

Health and safety today

Skin and UVNo protection needed for most skin types.
PetsPavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water.
Older adultsHeat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated.
ChildrenSmall bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport.

Active alerts for Dallas County

⚠️Extreme Heat Warning · Severe
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 22 at 2:23AM CDT until August 22 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Issued by NWS Fort Worth TX
⚠️Sat, Aug 22: extreme heat, 107°F (42°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 23: extreme heat, 109°F (43°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Mon, Aug 24: extreme heat, 110°F (43°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 109°F (43°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 109°F (43°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Aug 27: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

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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 85°F (29°C) with clear. Humidity is 49% and wind is 4 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 9:57 AM.

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.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
Official alertsUS National Weather Service.
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 22, 2026 at 9:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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