Weather in Irving, Texas
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast14%88°70°
- SundayMay 17Overcast10%87°74°
- MondayMay 18Thunderstorm18%91°77°
- TuesdayMay 19Thunderstorm52%88°72°
- WednesdayMay 20Showers52%79°67°
- ThursdayMay 21Heavy Drizzle58%79°67°
- FridayMay 22Drizzle43%84°68°
- 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
- 11:43 AM
- Moonset
- 1:45 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Irving at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 80°F — typical for the season
- 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
August claims the title of Irving's warmest month at roughly 86°F mean temperature, while January stands as the coldest at approximately 47°F. October brings peak rainfall with 4.7 inches, contrasting sharply with August's minimal 1.7 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47° | 2.3″ | 4 |
| February | 51° | 2.6″ | 4 |
| March | 59° | 3.4″ | 5 |
| April | 66° | 3.1″ | 4 |
| May | 74° | 4.3″ | 6 |
| June | 82° | 3.5″ | 5 |
| July | 85° | 1.7″ | 3 |
| August | 86° | 1.7″ | 3 |
| September | 79° | 3.3″ | 4 |
| October | 68° | 4.7″ | 5 |
| November | 57° | 2.6″ | 4 |
| December | 49° | 2.8″ | 4 |
Regional context
Irving falls within the humid subtropical climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with neighboring cities throughout this zone.
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 along Trinity River corridors.
Eastern Redbuds complete their flowering cycle by early May, with heart-shaped leaves now fully emerged across Irving's parks and greenbelts.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Irving?
- Irving's final spring frost usually occurs around mid-March, while the season's first fall frost typically arrives around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Irving?
- October registers as the wettest month, delivering approximately 4.7 inches of rain on average, while the city's total annual precipitation reaches roughly 36 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Irving?
- August typically records the highest temperatures, with averages reaching about 86°F.
- What is the coldest month in Irving?
- January typically produces the coldest temperatures, averaging about 47°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Irving?
- Cool-season crops 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.
- How many rainy days does Irving get?
- Irving experiences an average of about 49 rainy days per year.
- What hardiness zone is Irving?
- Irving's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; consult the USDA's online lookup tool using the city ZIP for current zone designation.
Climate
Irving, Texas experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. Winter temperatures in January hover around 47°F, while July brings averages of 85°F — creating a 38°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Irving collects approximately 36 inches of precipitation distributed across roughly 49 rainy days.
Local weather patterns follow the city's latitude of 32.9°N, along with proximity to large water bodies and elevation factors. These elements determine growing seasons, frost timing, and daily weather variations.