Weather in Denton, Texas
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Light Drizzle16%87°71°
- SundayMay 17Thunderstorm19%84°73°
- MondayMay 18Thunderstorm12%89°76°
- TuesdayMay 19Thunderstorm52%84°66°
- WednesdayMay 20Showers53%74°64°
- ThursdayMay 21Light Showers60%78°66°
- FridayMay 22Thunderstorm46%84°66°
- PM 2.5
- 6.6 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 9.4 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 5.0 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 85.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 11:42 AM
- Moonset
- 1:47 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Denton at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 80°F — typical for the season
- Last frost: March 6 (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 Denton's highest temperatures at around 85°F mean, while January delivers the coldest at about 45°F. May produces peak rainfall with 4.9 inches, contrasting sharply with January's low of 2.2 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 2.2″ | 4 |
| February | 49° | 2.8″ | 4 |
| March | 56° | 3.4″ | 5 |
| April | 64° | 3.7″ | 5 |
| May | 73° | 4.9″ | 6 |
| June | 81° | 3.6″ | 5 |
| July | 85° | 2.3″ | 3 |
| August | 85° | 2.4″ | 4 |
| September | 78° | 3.0″ | 4 |
| October | 67° | 4.6″ | 5 |
| November | 55° | 2.9″ | 4 |
| December | 47° | 2.7″ | 4 |
Regional context
Denton falls within the humid subtropical climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other nearby cities in this climate 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 nesting territories along Denton's wooded corridors.
Eastern Red Cedars release their pollen clouds during February and March, coating surfaces with yellow dust throughout the area.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Denton?
- Spring's last frost typically occurs around mid-March in Denton, while the first fall frost returns around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Denton?
- May records the highest rainfall with approximately 4.9 inches on average, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 38 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Denton?
- July typically records the warmest temperatures, averaging about 85°F.
- What is the coldest month in Denton?
- January typically brings the coldest temperatures, averaging about 45°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Denton?
- 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 Denton get?
- Denton experiences approximately 52 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Denton?
- Denton's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the USDA's online lookup tool using the city ZIP provides the current zone designation.
Climate
Denton, Texas experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. January temperatures hover near 45°F while July averages 85°F, creating a 40°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 38 inches across roughly 52 rainy days throughout the year.
Weather patterns follow the city's latitude at 33.2°N, along with proximity to large water bodies and elevation. These factors determine what grows locally, frost timing, and daily weather conditions.