Best Time to Run in Dallas in May

The verdict: Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.

Dallas · May

Run in the morning.

Comfortable average high of 82°F, dipping to 65°F at night. Expect 18 rain days — plan around the radar. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.

Avg high / low
82° / 65°F
Humidity
71%
Rain days
18/mo
Wind
14 mph

What May feels like in Dallas

Sunrise

06:28

Mid-month average

Sunset

20:19

Mid-month average

Time-of-day breakdown

Morning

Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.

Midday

Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.

Evening

Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.

What to wear running in Dallas in May

The kit for May in Dallas: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.

May vs the surrounding months

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of day to run in Dallas in May?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Dallas in May?+
Average high 82°F, average low 65°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Dallas?+
Compared to April (avg high 75°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 90°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Dallas in May?+
Expect about 18 measurable rain days in May, on average.

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