Weather in Garland, Texas
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast16%84°69°
- SundayMay 17Thunderstorm—84°71°
- MondayMay 18Thunderstorm22%88°75°
- TuesdayMay 19Thunderstorm50%90°72°
- WednesdayMay 20Showers53%82°67°
- ThursdayMay 21Drizzle62%79°68°
- FridayMay 22Thunderstorm45%84°69°
- PM 2.5
- 8.1 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 11.4 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 5.6 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 92.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 11:41 AM
- Moonset
- 1:44 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Garland at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 4°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: March 4 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Peak growing season
As of May 17, the growing season is at its peak — frost is months away. Continue succession-planting beans and summer squash. Start fall brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, kale) from seed indoors for transplanting in late summer.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Garland's peak heat with average temperatures around 85°F, while January delivers the coldest conditions at roughly 46°F. October typically sees the heaviest rainfall at 5.3 inches, contrasting with July's driest period of just 2.2 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 2.8″ | 5 |
| February | 50° | 3.4″ | 5 |
| March | 58° | 3.6″ | 6 |
| April | 65° | 3.5″ | 5 |
| May | 73° | 5.2″ | 7 |
| June | 81° | 3.8″ | 5 |
| July | 85° | 2.2″ | 4 |
| August | 85° | 2.5″ | 4 |
| September | 77° | 3.3″ | 4 |
| October | 67° | 5.3″ | 6 |
| November | 56° | 3.0″ | 4 |
| December | 48° | 3.4″ | 4 |
Regional context
The city falls within the broader humid subtropical climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal cycles, and growing conditions with surrounding communities.
Similar climates: Houston, TX, Dallas, TX, San Antonio, TX, Austin, TX, Fort Worth, TX.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the distinctive calls of Mississippi Kites as these raptors return to establish territories in Garland's mature trees.
Eastern Red Cedar trees release their pollen clouds during February and March, coating surfaces with yellow dust.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Garland?
- The final spring frost typically occurs around mid-March, while the first fall frost generally arrives near mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Garland?
- October ranks as the wettest month, averaging about 5.3 inches of rainfall, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 42 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Garland?
- July typically records the highest temperatures, averaging about 85°F.
- What is the coldest month in Garland?
- January usually brings the coldest weather, averaging about 46°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Garland?
- Cool-season vegetables like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-March, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after that date.
- How many rainy days does Garland get?
- The city experiences about 57 rainy days annually on average.
- What hardiness zone is Garland?
- USDA hardiness zones reflect average minimum winter temperatures; use the USDA's online ZIP code lookup tool to find Garland's current zone designation.
Climate
Garland, Texas experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. Winter temperatures in January typically hover near 46°F, while summer heat in July averages 85°F — creating a 39°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 42 inches across roughly 57 rainy days throughout the year.
Weather patterns follow the city's latitude at 32.9°N, along with proximity to large water bodies and elevation factors that determine growing seasons, frost timing, and daily weather conditions.