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Weather & Climate in Dallas, TX
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dallas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 55. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
88°F Jul (31°C)
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 384.8 sq mi (996.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,826/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7933°N, 96.7665°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Dallas County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dallas Love Field (DAL) 6 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 55.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 35.3% |
| Unhealthy Days | 19 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very High |
| Risk Score | 99.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 59.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 13.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very High |
| Hail | Very High |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Very High |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
114 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| May 7, 2015 | 5 km N of Venus, Texas | M4.0 | 47 km | 3 km |
| Nov 28, 2013 | 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Dec 9, 2013 | 8 km S of Perrin, Texas | M3.7 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas | M3.6 | 74 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2015 | 6 km NE of Irving, Texas | M3.6 | 13 km | 5 km |
| Dec 8, 2013 | 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.6 | 77 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2013 | 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma | M3.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 2012 | 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.5 | 61 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2015 | 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas | M3.5 | 14 km | 6 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas | M3.4 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma | M3.4 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2012 | 4 km NW of Irving, Texas | M3.4 | 20 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 1997 | 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas | M3.4 | 86 km | 5 km |
| May 19, 2018 | 8 km NW of Venus, Texas | M3.4 | 51 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2015 | 5 km N of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 20 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas | M3.3 | 17 km | 8 km |
| Sep 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Madill, Oklahoma | M3.3 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 2012 | 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas | M3.3 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas | M3.3 | 82 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas | M3.3 | 23 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 243 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
869 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 41 fatalities, 1,576 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF4 | 92 km | 21.4 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF4 | 17 km | 13.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 25, 1994 | EF4 | 22 km | 6.0 mi | 3 |
| Apr 25, 1990 | EF4 | 99 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF4 | 76 km | 18.8 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 2024 | EF3 | 62 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 20, 2019 | EF3 | 16 km | 15.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2017 | EF3 | 94 km | 39.7 mi | 2 |
| Dec 26, 2015 | EF3 | 39 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 2013 | EF3 | 91 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 2012 | EF3 | 28 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2006 | EF3 | 68 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| Apr 16, 2002 | EF3 | 55 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 55 km | 4.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 28, 2000 | EF3 | 34 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 13, 1984 | EF3 | 15 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1981 | EF3 | 95 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1978 | EF3 | 95 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1978 | EF3 | 52 km | 29.9 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1976 | EF3 | 78 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,944 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,944 | 73 km |
| 2018 | FARMERS ROAD | 2,383 | 78 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 2,362 | 99 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 2,067 | 90 km |
| 2005 | 200 MOUNTAIN RIDGE | 2,051 | 81 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 1,854 | 90 km |
| 2023 | DOUBLE BACK | 1,275 | 87 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
Dallas has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 48°F in December to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (2.0").