Late spring · Weather & things to do
Dallas in May
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.6 in (116 mm) falling in Dallas, alongside highs near 84°F (29°C) and lows of 63°F (17°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 74/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 4.6 in (116 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What May feels like
Highs settle around 84°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 63°F (17°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.6 in (116 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are March & April and October & November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, April – June.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in April to 74/100.
- Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes84°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dallas in May
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time 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 May scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cattleack Barbeque
Farmers Branch pitmaster spot with some of the best brisket in North Texas.
Klyde Warren Park
Deck park over a freeway with food trucks, lawn games and skyline views.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 4.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in May
- Wichita Mountains in May~175 mi · highs 82°F, 4.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Austin in May~182 mi · highs 87°F, 4.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Oklahoma City in May~190 mi · highs 81°F, 5.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Lake Hefner in May~198 mi · highs 81°F, 5.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Dallas?
It's middling, scoring 74/100. The best months are March & April and October & November, at up to 93. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 4.6 in (116 mm) of rain. Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dallas in May?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dallas in May?
Some: about 4.6 in (116 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.3 in (922 mm).
What should I pack for Dallas in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (84°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Dallas in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.