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Dallas

Decide whether to visit or live in Dallas, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.

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Updated Sunday, September 13, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Dallas?

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Dallas month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Dallas are typically March, April and November, with average daytime highs around 20–25°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 35°C), January the coldest (average low 4°C), and May the wettest (about 187 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January13.63.6767.4
February16.55.91017.1
March21.911.01188.5
April24.813.91579.4
May28.618.81879.8
June32.623.013411.3
July35.225.47412.1
August34.925.412211.6
September31.722.011110.4
October26.816.11429.3
November20.110.21067.8
December16.26.8736.8

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What is being reported around Dallas

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Current local index

People and places shaping Dallas

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Research updated Monday, September 14, 2026
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Past and future events in Dallas

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Documented history · 1819

    In 1819, the Adams–Onís Treaty between the United States and Spain defined the Red River as the northern boundary of New Spain, officially placing the future location of Dallas well within Spanish territory.

  2. Documented history · 1821

    The area remained under Spanish rule until 1821, when Mexico declared independence from Spain, and the area was considered part of the Mexican state of Coahuila y Tejas.

  3. Documented history · 1836

    In 1836, Texians, with a majority of Anglo-American settlers, gained independence from Mexico and formed the Republic of Texas.

  4. Documented history · 1839

    In 1839, accompanied by his dog and a Cherokee he called Ned, he planted a stake in the ground on a bluff located near three forks of the Trinity River and left.

Current public leadership

  • Eric Johnson

    Wikidata currently records this person as Dallas's head of government. American politician from Texas.

People associated with this place

No person with a direct, sourced association to Dallas has been verified yet.

Historical figures

No historical figure has been extracted from reliable context for Dallas yet.

Local business and employers

No locally headquartered business or major employer has passed the source checks for Dallas yet.

Newspapers and local media

  • Dallas Express

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Dallas. Newspaper in Dallas, Texas (1892–1970).

  • KLEG-CD

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Dallas. Low-power TV station in Dallas.

  • Fort Worth Star-Telegram

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Dallas. Newspaper in Fort Worth, Texas.

  • WFAA

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Dallas. ABC affiliate in Dallas.

  • The Dallas Morning News

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Dallas. Daily newspaper serving Dallas, Texas, USA.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Adolphus Hotel

    Wikidata places this site in Dallas. Historic place in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas.

  • Dallas Museum of Art

    Wikidata places this site in Dallas. Art museum in Dallas, Texas.

  • Texas Theatre

    Wikidata places this site in Dallas. Historic place in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas.

  • Astor Theatre

    Wikidata places this site in Dallas. Former movie theater in Dallas, Texas, United States.

  • St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church

    Wikidata places this site in Dallas. Church building in Dallas, United States of America.

  • Ross Tower

    Wikidata places this site in Dallas. Skyscraper in Dallas, Texas.

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01 · Overview

Dallas, in brief

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02 · History

How Dallas took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Dallas

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Dallas

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Dallas

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Dallas

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Dallas

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08 · Questions

Questions about Dallas

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Atlas FAQ Desk

Frequently Asked Questions about Dallas

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Dallas located and what are its coordinates?

Dallas is situated in United States at geographic coordinates 32.7831, -96.8067 with an elevation of 128 meters above sea level.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Dallas?

Dallas has a recorded population of approximately 1,326,087 and observes the America/Chicago time zone (USD).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Dallas?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Dallas include en-US, es-US, haw, fr, and the circulating currency is USD.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Dallas?

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