Early spring · Weather & things to do
Dallas in March
Dallas warms up: highs climb to 68°F (20°C), from 59°F in February, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
March opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 86/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (88 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What March feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 68°F (20°C), good for long walks.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (88 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March is one of Dallas's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: March & April and October & November.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 5°C (10°F) from February.
- Comfort improves from 78/100 in February to 86/100.
- March sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dallas in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Klyde Warren Park
Deck park over a freeway with food trucks, lawn games and skyline views.
Why now March scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Reunion Tower GeO-Deck
Observation deck 470 feet up with 360-degree city views.
Dallas Museum of Art
Free general admission museum anchoring the Arts District.
Westlake Brewing Company
Deep Ellum taproom in a 1940s building with a big patio, house brews and flatbreads.
Why now Highs near 68°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cattleack Barbeque
Farmers Branch pitmaster spot with some of the best brisket in North Texas.
Nearby in March
- Wichita Mountains in March~175 mi · highs 65°F, 2.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Austin in March~182 mi · highs 73°F, 2.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
- Oklahoma City in March~190 mi · highs 63°F, 2.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
- Lake Hefner in March~198 mi · highs 63°F, 2.4 in rain · 3°C (5°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Dallas?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain. March is inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
How hot is Dallas in March?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dallas in March?
Some: about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.3 in (922 mm).
What should I pack for Dallas in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in March
- Texas BBQ Trail Oct – Apr
Planning Dallas in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.