Dallas · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 79°F, dipping to 61°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
79° / 61°F
Humidity
62%
Rain days
10/mo
Wind
13 mph
What October feels like in Dallas
Sunrise
07:32
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:53
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
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 October
The kit for October in Dallas: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-10° avg high
-2 rain days
Dallas in September →
October
79°F avg high
10 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+13° avg high
0 rain days
Dallas in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Dallas in October?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Dallas in October?+
Average high 79°F, average low 61°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Dallas?+
Compared to September (avg high 89°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 66°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Dallas in October?+
Expect about 10 measurable rain days in October, on average.