Dallas Weather Forecast
Dallas weather: 73°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Dallas month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53° | 35° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 65° | 45° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 75° | 54° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 77° | 60° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 83° | 66° | 9,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 91° | 74° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 95° | 77° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 98° | 79° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 92° | 73° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 83° | 63° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 69° | 52° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 62° | 44° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Dallas
Go in February, March, July, 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.
Recent extremes in Dallas
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Dallas compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Dallas.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas County | 0 mi | 69°F | about the same | 52 in |
| ZIP Code 78701 | 182 mi | 71°F | +34°F warmer | 44 in |
| Travis County | 182 mi | 71°F | +34°F warmer | 44 in |
| Austin | 182 mi | 71°F | +34°F warmer | 44 in |
| Area Code 512 | 182 mi | 71°F | +34°F warmer | 44 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, April and May - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dallas?
Dallas is a city in Texas. Its coordinates are 32.7767, -96.797. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Dallas right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 93% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dallas?
February, March, July, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Dallas, which has a continental climate. January, April and May are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dallas in?
Dallas observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:01 PM.
How many people live in Dallas?
Dallas has a population of approximately 1.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Dallas?
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?
Popular options include Enchanted Rock State Natural Area and Hot Springs National Park.
What places are in Dallas?
Dallas covers 1 places in this atlas, including Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 October 1, 2026 at 11:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
