Dallas · January
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 56°F, low 38°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
56° / 38°F
Humidity
64%
Rain days
8/mo
Wind
14 mph
What January feels like in Dallas
Sunrise
08:28
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:44
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 January
The kit for January in Dallas: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
-4° avg high
-2 rain days
Dallas in December →
January
56°F avg high
8 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
-3° avg high
-4 rain days
Dallas in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Dallas in January?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Dallas in January?+
Average high 56°F, average low 38°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Dallas?+
Compared to December (avg high 60°F), January is cooler. Compared to February (avg high 59°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Dallas in January?+
Expect about 8 measurable rain days in January, on average.