Early winter · Weather & things to do
Dallas in December
Dallas cools off: highs slip to 57°F (14°C), from 67°F in November, with lows of 36°F (2°C) and about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain.
It scores 77/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 36°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What December feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 57°F (14°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 36°F (2°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (61 mm).
Plan around December
December is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (March & April and October & November).
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 51 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 93/100 in November to 77/100.
- December sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 36°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 December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Klyde Warren Park
Deck park over a freeway with food trucks, lawn games and skyline views.
Why now December scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bishop Arts District
Walkable blocks of indie shops and restaurants in Oak Cliff.
Lockhart Smokehouse
Bishop Arts barbecue hall serving meat by the pound, Kreuz-style sausage included.
Pecan Lodge
Deep Ellum smokehouse known for brisket, beef ribs and the Hot Mess sweet potato.
Dallas Museum of Art
Free general admission museum anchoring the Arts District.
Nearby in December
- Wichita Mountains in December~175 mi · highs 50°F, 1.3 in rain or snow · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Austin in December~182 mi · highs 62°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Oklahoma City in December~190 mi · highs 49°F, 1.5 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Lake Hefner in December~198 mi · highs 49°F, 1.5 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
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 December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Dallas?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 77/100 against a best of 93 in March & April and October & November. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain. December is inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
How cold is Dallas in December?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 36°F (2°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dallas in December?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.3 in (922 mm).
What should I pack for Dallas in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 36°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 December
- Texas BBQ Trail Oct – Apr
Planning Dallas in December?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.