Weather in Dallas: Climate, Seasons, and Average Monthly Temperature

In Dallas, the temperature, humidity levels, and precipitation vary greatly from season to season. In general, winters are mild and summers are hot, though the humidity isn’t as unbearable as it is in other parts of Texas. July and August are the hottest months — it’s not uncommon to experience several 100-degree days in a row — while December, January, and February are the coldest months. Spring and fall are pleasant, although precipitation and strong storms are to be expected. Trying to decide which season is best for a visit? The beginning of fall tends to be a sweet spot in Dallas, since this is when the summer crowds die down, hotel prices are discounted, and temperatures are in the 70s and 80s degrees Fahrenheit.    

Fast Climate Facts:

• Hottest Month: August (96 degrees F / 36 degrees C)
• Coldest Month: January (30 degrees F / -1 degrees C)
• Wettest Month: October (4.9 inches)

Spring in Dallas

Spring in Dallas is the calm before the storm — the storm, in this case, being 100-degree summertime heat — so this can be a wonderful time to visit. Expect pleasantly warm temperatures (the highs range from the upper 80s to mid-60s), lush vegetation, colorful blooms in the parks, and a variety of seasonal festivals. Of course, a little rain (and occasionally hail) is to be expected, so travelers should be prepared.    

What to pack: Rain gear! This is the rainiest season in Dallas, so be sure to bring a rain jacket or umbrella and waterproof footwear on your trip.

Average Temperatures by Month

March: 69 F (21 C) / 42 F (6 C)

April: 77 F (25 C) / 51 F (11 C)

May: 84 F (29 C) / 60 F (16 C)

Summer in Dallas

Ah, sweet summertime in the Big D — get ready for heat, heat, and more heat, especially if you’re visiting in July or August. In August, you can expect several days of 100-degree Fahrenheit heat (or higher) and little to no rain, and there are occasional heatwave warnings. Even though the heat can be stifling, Dallas is usually jam-packed with tourists in the summer because kids are out of school. Hotel prices are also more expensive than they are during fall and winter.   

What to pack: Your breeziest outfits, a sun hat, sunglasses, a reusable water bottle, and your strongest sunblock — Dallas summers are intense, so sun protection is an absolute necessity.

Average Temperatures by Month

June: 91 F (33 C) / 67 F (19 C)

July: 95 F (35 C) / 71 F (22 C)

August: 96 F (36 C) / 71 F (22 C)

Fall in Dallas

Dallas is beautiful in the fall, especially after cool fronts start making their way to the North Texas area, typically around mid- to late October. Between late September and early December, expect temperatures to be in the 70s and 80s degrees Fahrenheit. Thunderstorms generally aren’t as common as they are in spring, and hotels and attractions tend to be cheaper than they are in summer. 

What to pack: A light jacket and rain gear. 

Average Temperatures by Month

September: 89 F (32 C) / 64 F (18 C)

October: 80 F (27 C) / 52 F (11 C)

November: 68 F (20 C) / 43 F (6 C)

Winter in Dallas

Winters in Dallas are tolerable and mild, especially when compared to other major metropolises in America. The temperature here rarely drops below freezing. Although it’s not uncommon for the city to experience a few inches of snowfall or freezing rain throughout the winter months, this isn’t the norm; average daytime highs usually rest in the 50s and 60s degrees Fahrenheit.

What to pack: Pack warm layers—Dallas winter weather can be fickle, with highs in the 60s and lows in the mid- to upper 40s degrees Fahrenheit, so you’ll want to be prepared for anything.  

Average Temperatures by Month

December: 58 F (14 C) / 32 F (0 C)

January: 57 F (14 C) / 30 F (-1 C)

February: 61 F (16 C) / 35 F (1.5 C)