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Dallas in April
Dallas warms up: highs climb to 77°F (25°C), from 68°F in March, with lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain.
At 86/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (83 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What April feels like
Warm afternoons near 77°F (25°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 54°F (12°C), about 13°C (23°F) below the afternoon high.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.3 in (83 mm).
Plan around April
April is one of Dallas's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 77°F, up from 68°F in March.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (April – June), which brings about 11.6 in (295 mm) in total.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 74/100.
- Comfort holds steady from March (86 → 86/100).
- April sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 77°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Dallas in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Westlake Brewing Company
Deep Ellum taproom in a 1940s building with a big patio, house brews and flatbreads.
Why now April scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Klyde Warren Park
Deck park over a freeway with food trucks, lawn games and skyline views.
Why now Highs near 77°F and 3.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pecan Lodge
Deep Ellum smokehouse known for brisket, beef ribs and the Hot Mess sweet potato.
Lockhart Smokehouse
Bishop Arts barbecue hall serving meat by the pound, Kreuz-style sausage included.
Bishop Arts District
Walkable blocks of indie shops and restaurants in Oak Cliff.
Nearby in April
- Wichita Mountains in April~175 mi · highs 75°F, 3.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Austin in April~182 mi · highs 81°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Oklahoma City in April~190 mi · highs 73°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Lake Hefner in April~198 mi · highs 73°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Bishop Arts District and Downtown Dallas & Reunion Tower.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Dallas in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Dallas?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain. April is inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
How hot is Dallas in April?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dallas in April?
Some: about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.3 in (922 mm).
What should I pack for Dallas in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 77°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in April
- Texas BBQ Trail Oct – Apr
Planning Dallas in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.