Dallas-Fort Worth Climate and Weather

The weather in Dallas/Fort Worth is generally warm throughout the year, with temperatures of up to 67°F (19°C) possible even in the midst of winter. Temperatures in January, though, usually average 43°F (6°C). Summers can be extremely hot. Severe weather is possible because the cities are sited between the notorious 'tornado alley' and the meteorologically turbulent Gulf coast, so lightning storms, hail, floods and tornados can occur, especially during spring when the rainfall is heaviest.