Late winter · Weather & things to do
Dallas in February
Dallas warms up: highs climb to 59°F (15°C), from 55°F in January, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain.
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (67 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 50 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What February feels like
Highs near 59°F (15°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 37°F (3°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.6 in (67 mm).
Plan around February
February is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (March & April and October & November).
- Comfort improves from 75/100 in January to 78/100.
- February sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 37°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 February
February 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 February scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
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.
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Museum on JFK's assassination inside the former Texas School Book Depository.
Nearby in February
- Wichita Mountains in February~175 mi · highs 54°F, 1.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
- Austin in February~182 mi · highs 65°F, 1.8 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
- Oklahoma City in February~190 mi · highs 51°F, 1.5 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
- Lake Hefner in February~198 mi · highs 51°F, 1.5 in rain · 4°C (7°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Dallas?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 93 in March & April and October & November. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain. February is inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
How cold is Dallas in February?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dallas in February?
Some: about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.3 in (922 mm).
What should I pack for Dallas in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 37°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 February
- Texas BBQ Trail Oct – Apr
Planning Dallas in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.