Dallas Weather Forecast
Dallas weather: 80°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Dallas?
Yes - rain is likely in Dallas today.
A 79% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 2,1 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 5,9 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu, Fri and Sat.
The next 7 days carry about 6.3 times a normal week's rain for October (5,9 in against 0,9 in).
16-day forecast for Dallas
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | 🌧️ Heavy rain | 80° / 72° | 79% · 2,1 in | 13 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 🌦️ Light showers | 79° / 73° | 79% · 3,6 in | 9 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light showers | 78° / 71° | 64% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 81° / 73° | 23% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 74° | 5% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | 83° / 69° | 1% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 68° | 1% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 84° / 69° | 2% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 72° | 4% | 10 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 73° | 9% | 10 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 74° | 10% | 9 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 73° | 10% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 73° | 16% | 5 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | ☀️ Clear sky | 86° / 70° | 16% | 8 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 91° / 72° | 10% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 10% | -- | — |
What this means for Dallas
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 80°F is 2.7°F below the 83°F typical for this month.
A 79% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 2,1 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 77°F.
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 31 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 80°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 13 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 9:48 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 9:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
