This is the coolest part of the Panhandle, at around 4,000 feet, with wind on almost every day.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Windy and changeable, with late snow possible and severe storms by May.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Warm days and pleasant nights. Rodeo and reunion season.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Clear and golden, with good pronghorn watching.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Often bitterly cold, with blowing snow that can close roads.
Month by month
| Month | Avg high / low | Wet days | Daylight | Our verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / -8°C (48° / 18°F) | ≈3 | ≈10 h | Quiet & cheap |
| February | 11° / -7°C (52° / 19°F) | ≈3 | ≈11 h | Quiet & cheap |
| March | 16° / -3°C (61° / 27°F) | ≈4 | ≈12 h | Good |
| April | 20° / 1°C (68° / 34°F) | ≈5 | ≈13 h | Best |
| May | 25° / 7°C (77° / 45°F) | ≈7 | ≈14 h | Best |
| June | 31° / 13°C (88° / 55°F) | ≈8 | ≈14.5 h | Good |
| July | 33° / 16°C (91° / 61°F) | ≈9 | ≈14.2 h | Peak season |
| August | 32° / 15°C (90° / 59°F) | ≈9 | ≈13.4 h | Good |
| September | 28° / 10°C (82° / 50°F) | ≈5 | ≈12.3 h | Best |
| October | 22° / 3°C (72° / 37°F) | ≈4 | ≈11.2 h | Best |
| November | 14° / -4°C (57° / 25°F) | ≈3 | ≈10.3 h | Good |
| December | 9° / -8°C (48° / 18°F) | ≈3 | ≈9.8 h | Quiet & cheap |
Approximate long-term averages, rounded; daylight is the approximate time between sunrise and sunset mid-month. Summer sun is strong: plan outdoor sightseeing for mornings and evenings.
Festivals & events
- Early August XIT Rodeo & Reunion in Dalhart, with a parade and free barbecue tradition; check current details.
Crowds & booking ahead
Quiet all year except the August reunion, when rooms sell out months ahead.
