Best time to visit · Dallas · United States
The best time to visit Dallas
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The best times to visit Dallas are March to May and October to November, when temperatures are comfortable for walking between museums and parks. Spring brings Dallas Blooms but also a risk of severe storms; October has the State Fair and big football games. Summer is very hot, though hotel rates drop.
Key facts
- Best months
- March–April and October–November
- Shoulder season
- February, May, September and December
- Warmest month
- July (avg high 36°C (97°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 14°C (57°F))
- Rainiest month
- May (~9 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- January–February and July–August
Seasons
Dallas has a humid subtropical climate with long, very hot summers, mild winters interrupted by sharp cold fronts, and stormy springs when severe thunderstorms, hail and occasional tornadoes are possible.
March–May
Spring
Wildflowers, Dallas Blooms and comfortable days, with severe thunderstorms and hail possible.
June–August
Summer
Very hot, often above 35°C; best for indoor museums, the aquarium and pools.
September–November
Autumn
Heat breaks by October, with the State Fair, college and pro football and pleasant evenings on patios.
December–February
Winter
Mild with sharp cold fronts and occasional ice; quiet and good value for city sightseeing.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 2°C | 7 | 10.2 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| February | 17°C | 4°C | 7 | 11 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| March | 21°C | 9°C | 8 | 11.9 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| April | 25°C | 13°C | 7 | 13 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| May | 29°C | 18°C | 9 | 13.8 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| June | 34°C | 22°C | 7 | 14.3 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| July | 36°C | 25°C | 5 | 14.1 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| August | 36°C | 24°C | 5 | 13.3 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| September | 32°C | 20°C | 6 | 12.3 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| October | 26°C | 14°C | 7 | 11.3 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| November | 19°C | 8°C | 7 | 10.4 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| December | 14°C | 3°C | 7 | 10 h | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| January | Cotton Bowl Classic college football game at AT&T Stadium (around New Year); Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo (usually mid-January to early February) |
| February | Dallas Blooms opens at the Arboretum (usually late February) |
| March | Dallas Blooms at the Arboretum (usually through March); St. Patrick's Day parade on Greenville Avenue (usually mid-March) |
| April | Deep Ellum Arts Festival (usually April) |
| June | Juneteenth celebrations (around 19 June); Dallas Pride at Fair Park (usually June) |
| July | Fair Park Fourth — Independence Day celebrations (4 July) |
| September | State Fair of Texas at Fair Park (usually opens late September); Autumn at the Arboretum pumpkin village (usually mid-September to October) |
| October | State Fair of Texas (through most of October); Texas–Oklahoma football game at the Cotton Bowl (usually mid-October) |
| November | Holiday at the Arboretum (usually from late November); Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day home game (Thanksgiving) |
| December | Dallas Marathon (usually mid-December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in January–February and July–August, and the sights are quietest in July–August and December–February. Many visitors avoid July–August.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | Layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; Shoes with good grip for icy pavements; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Dallas?
The best times to visit Dallas are March to May and October to November, when temperatures are comfortable for walking between museums and parks. Spring brings Dallas Blooms but also a risk of severe storms; October has the State Fair and big football games. Summer is very hot, though hotel rates drop.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Dallas?
Usually in January–February and July–August. Cool and changeable; occasional ice storms can shut down roads for a day or two.
+What is the rainiest month in Dallas?
May, with about 9 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Dallas get?
The warmest month, July, averages highs of 36°C (97°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F).