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Dallas in July
Dallas sees its driest month, with just 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain, highs of 97°F (36°C) and lows of 76°F (24°C).
With a comfort score of 58/100 (11th 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
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 61%
- Cloud cover
- 41%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 97°F (36°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Even at night it stays warm, around 76°F (24°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.2 in (55 mm) for the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March & April and October & November.
- Comfort slips from 63/100 in June to 58/100.
- Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes97°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dallas in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Dallas Museum of Art
Free general admission museum anchoring the Arts District.
Why now A break from 97°F afternoons.
Cattleack Barbeque
Farmers Branch pitmaster spot with some of the best brisket in North Texas.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Reunion Tower GeO-Deck
Observation deck 470 feet up with 360-degree city views.
Klyde Warren Park
Deck park over a freeway with food trucks, lawn games and skyline views.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 97°F.
Pecan Lodge
Deep Ellum smokehouse known for brisket, beef ribs and the Hot Mess sweet potato.
Nearby in July
- Wichita Mountains in July~175 mi · highs 95°F, 2.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Austin in July~182 mi · highs 96°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Oklahoma City in July~190 mi · highs 94°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Lake Hefner in July~198 mi · highs 94°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (3°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 July: quick answers
Is July 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 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain. Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dallas in July?
Average highs are 97°F (36°C) and average lows 76°F (24°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dallas in July?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.3 in (922 mm).
What should I pack for Dallas in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (97°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Dallas in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.