Best MonthJanuary
TExplore Score8.1 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: January and November.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Duncanville are February, January and November. February leads this dataset's balance of weather, rain, comfort, crowds, value and seasonal appeal. Travelers with different priorities should compare the full month table before booking.
Duncanville is a small town in Texas’s Prairies & Lakes tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing sightseeing, history, road trip, scenic across the year. This guide evaluates every month with one consistent framework covering temperature, precipitation, humidity, daylight, comfort, outdoor suitability, expected demand, relative cost and traveler fit. Climate values use the nearest complete NOAA 1991–2020 monthly-normal station, DALLAS REDBIRD AP, located approximately 3.5 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.1Great
Compare all 12 months for Duncanville using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
January Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.0Excellent
Rain7.1Good
Crowds7.1Good
Value8.3Great
Comfort9.9Excellent
Outdoors8.9Great
Seasonal Appeal7.8Good
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherJanuary9.0 / 10
Least RainJuly7.8 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.6 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesJanuary9.7 / 10
CouplesJanuary9.6 / 10
SoloJanuary9.1 / 10
RomanticJanuary9.4 / 10
RelaxingJanuary9.4 / 10
OutdoorsJanuary8.9 / 10
SightseeingJanuary9.9 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Duncanville in January
8.1 / 10 Great
January in Duncanville is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.4°F and low near 37.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.55 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Weather9.0
Rain7.1
Crowds7.1
Value8.3
Comfort9.9
Outdoors8.9
Seasonal Appeal7.8
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 57.40°F
- Average Low
- 37.80°F
- Rainfall
- 2.55 in
- Rainy Days
- 6.00
- Humidity
- 73.10%
- Daylight
- 10.20 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.1 | 9.0 | 7.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.1 | 9.0 | 6.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.6 | 8.7 | 5.8 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 7.8 | 8.7 | 5.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.6 | 8.4 | 5.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.1 | 7.5 | 5.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.2 | 7.1 | 7.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.4 | 7.0 | 7.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.9 | 8.5 | 6.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.7 | 8.6 | 5.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.0 | 8.9 | 6.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.8 | 8.9 | 6.6 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1January8.1
- 2February8.1
- 3November8.0
- 4September7.9
- 5April7.8
- 6December7.8
- 7October7.7
- 8May7.6
- 9March7.6
- 10August7.4
- 11July7.2
- 12June7.1
GreatJanuary · February · November
GoodSeptember · April · December · October · May · March · August · July · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.6 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.2 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.9 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.0 / 10January is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.7 / 10
Couples9.6 / 10
Solo9.1 / 10
Romantic9.4 / 10
Relaxing9.4 / 10
Outdoors8.9 / 10
Sightseeing9.9 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprModerateMayModerateJunModerateJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctModerateNovModerateDecBusy
January in Duncanville
57.40° / 37.80°F 2.55 in Light crowds $$
January in Duncanville is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.4°F and low near 37.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.55 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.0/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
February in Duncanville
61.50° / 41.10°F 2.57 in Light crowds $$
February in Duncanville is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.5°F and low near 41.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.57 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose February for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.0/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
March in Duncanville
69.00° / 48.30°F 3.57 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Duncanville is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.0°F and low near 48.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.57 inches across 9.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose March for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.7/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
April in Duncanville
76.20° / 55.20°F 3.70 in Light crowds $$
April in Duncanville is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.2°F and low near 55.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.70 inches across 7.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose April for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.7/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
May in Duncanville
83.60° / 64.20°F 4.34 in Light crowds $$
May in Duncanville is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 83.6°F and low near 64.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.34 inches across 10.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose May for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.4/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Build flexibility into outdoor plans because rain or wet trails may affect access.
June in Duncanville
91.40° / 72.00°F 3.87 in Light crowds $$
June in Duncanville is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.4°F and low near 72.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.87 inches across 7.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose June for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.5/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
July in Duncanville
95.90° / 75.40°F 1.91 in Light crowds $$
July in Duncanville is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.9°F and low near 75.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.91 inches across 4.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose July for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.1/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
August in Duncanville
96.40° / 75.00°F 1.80 in Light crowds $$
August in Duncanville is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 96.4°F and low near 75.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.80 inches across 5.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose August for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.0/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
September in Duncanville
89.30° / 68.20°F 2.95 in Light crowds $$
September in Duncanville is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.3°F and low near 68.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.95 inches across 5.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose September for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.5/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
October in Duncanville
78.80° / 57.50°F 4.54 in Light crowds $$
October in Duncanville is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.8°F and low near 57.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.54 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose October for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.6/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
November in Duncanville
67.30° / 47.10°F 2.78 in Light crowds $$
November in Duncanville is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.3°F and low near 47.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.78 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose November for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.9/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
December in Duncanville
58.80° / 39.30°F 3.08 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Duncanville is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 58.8°F and low near 39.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.08 inches across 6.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose December for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.9/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
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How Scores Are Calculated
Data source: Catalog: https://www.traveltexas.com/cities-and-regions/texas-cities/ | Coordinates: 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer GEOID 4821628 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USW00003971 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USW00003971.csv, nearest complete station 3.5 mi | Humidity: NASA POWER 2001-2020 climatology https://power.larc.nasa.gov/api/temporal/climatology/point | Daylight: astronomical calculation at mid-month | Derived scores: TExploreVibe v2 documented methodology | Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Dallas_County_Texas_Incorporated_Areas_Duncanville_highighted.svg (Public domain; Ixnayonthetimmay) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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