August 2025 will go down as one of the more memorable months in recent North Texas weather history. In the early morning hours of August 4, an intense microburst at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport produced a staggering wind gust of 89 mph — the highest ever recorded at the site. The force was strong enough to cause minor structural damage in nearby areas, briefly disrupt air traffic, and leave many residents with an unforgettable wake-up call.
Heat records have also been noteworthy this season, but not in the way many might expect. August 9 marked only the fourth time in 2025 that DFW’s overnight low temperature stayed at or above 80°F — tying 2021 for the fewest such nights since 2005. For comparison, the long-term average for these “sultry nights” has been climbing steadily over the past three decades, from around five per year in 2000 to more than triple that in recent years.
Across the City of Dallas and the wider North Texas region, rainfall totals have been spotty but impactful. Several storms this summer have delivered high-intensity rain over short periods, leading to flash flooding in urban areas while leaving other spots dry. Statewide, Texas has seen an above-average number of localized heavy rain events in 2025, part of a broader pattern of weather extremes observed in recent years.
Rainfall: A Mixed Bag with Hidden Trends
- Year-to-date rainfall in Dallas stands at approximately 31 inches, well above the average of 23.7 inches, suggesting a wetter-than-usual trend.
- Spring rains nearly matched seasonal norms (about 11.4 inches), buoyed by a particularly wet April. May and June added a few inches apiece, keeping the region from slipping into drought.
- Despite this, rainfall has been uneven: some neighborhoods have seen flash floods from intense downpours, while others remain parched—highlighting how fickle Texas rainfall can be from one street to another.
Looking ahead, climatologists note that these records and trends provide valuable insight into the region’s shifting climate profile. The sharp spike in overnight temperatures, the persistence of severe wind events, and the erratic distribution of rainfall all contribute to a complex weather story that will continue to evolve in the months and years ahead. For residents, it’s a reminder that Texas weather rarely plays by the rules — and that preparedness remains the best defense against its surprises.
A Surprisingly Mild Summer for the Dallas Metroplex
August 9 marked only the fourth time of 2025 at DFW where temperatures stayed at or above 80°F—tallying one of the fewest sultry days since 2005. Compared to roughly 16 such days in recent years, this summer has stood out for its relatively cool overnight lows.
Further proof of how tepid this summer has been at #DFW. August 4, marks only the 4th time this year that the min temp was at or above 80. Ties 2021 for the fewest since 2005. The 30 yr avg. for this has gone from 5 in 2000 to 16 thru 2024. You may notice a hockey stick type of figure.
A Dallas Wind Event for the Ages
On the morning of August 4, an 89 mph microburst near the airport redefined local wind records—topping a benchmark that had stood for four decades. This flash event served as a stark reminder that even during mild stretches, one powerful gust can change the weather narrative in an instant.
Dallas-Fort Worth Int’l Airport notched it’s highest wind gust on record the morning of August 4, 2025. An isolated micro-burst near the ASOS clocked a wind gust of 89 mph. This is the highest since August 2, 1985 and the Delta 191 disaster. DFW Airport also notched it’s highest wind gust on record Monday morning. An isolated microburst near the ASOS clocked a wind gust of 89 mph. This is the highest since August 2, 1985 and the Delta 191 disaster.