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Dallas in August
Dallas's warmest month brings highs averaging 97°F (36°C), lows of 76°F (24°C) and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 58/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by heat.
- Avg high
- 97°F (36°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 58%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 97°F (36°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 76°F (24°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (62 mm).
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March & April and October & November.
- Comfort holds steady from July (58 → 58/100).
- Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 97°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- 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 August
Afternoons run hot (97°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Westlake Brewing Company
Deep Ellum taproom in a 1940s building with a big patio, house brews and flatbreads.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 97°F.
Lockhart Smokehouse
Bishop Arts barbecue hall serving meat by the pound, Kreuz-style sausage included.
Why now A break from 97°F afternoons.
Bishop Arts District
Walkable blocks of indie shops and restaurants in Oak Cliff.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Museum on JFK's assassination inside the former Texas School Book Depository.
Dallas Museum of Art
Free general admission museum anchoring the Arts District.
Nearby in August
- Wichita Mountains in August~175 mi · highs 94°F, 2.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Austin in August~182 mi · highs 98°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Oklahoma City in August~190 mi · highs 93°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Lake Hefner in August~198 mi · highs 93°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
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 August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Dallas?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 58/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are March & April and October & November. Expect highs of 97°F (36°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dallas in August?
Average highs are 97°F (36°C) and average lows 76°F (24°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dallas in August?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.3 in (922 mm).
What should I pack for Dallas in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 97°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), 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).
Planning Dallas in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.