Dallas Weather Forecast
Dallas weather: 81°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Dallas
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
9 dry days, 1 day above 90°F and humidity at 83%. Hot, dry and windy together is what drives fire spread.
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
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 86°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 83%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks. |
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
Active alerts for Dallas
Flood Watch issued September 30 at 2:26PM CDT until October 2 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Issued by NWS Fort Worth TX
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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 81°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 83% and wind is 3 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 9:11 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 September 30, 2026 at 9:11 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
