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Mesquite, TX Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Mesquite, TX?
Mesquite, TX gets 38.3 in of precipitation a year over about 82 rainy days, and about 1.7 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 97°F) and January the coldest (average low 38°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Mesquite, TX has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 58°F in January to 97°F in July. October is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 40° | 59° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 57° | 77° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 76° | 95° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 59° | 79° |
How much rain does Mesquite get?
Mesquite gets 38.3 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 82 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of the US.
October is the wettest month, with 4.8 in. July is the driest, with 1.7 in. May has the most rainy days, about 9.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 67 days, to August 9, 2022.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Mesquite got 36.5 in of rain, against a normal of 38.3 in for those months. June 2026 had the most, with 6.8 in.
See where Mesquite ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in Texas.
Does it snow in Mesquite?
Yes. Mesquite gets about 1.7 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1977–78, with 14.1 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 10, 2025.
See where Mesquite ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Mesquite weather by month
Mesquite weather in January
In January, Mesquite averages a high of 58°F and a low of 38°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 84°F (1970) and the record low is 7°F (1982).
Mesquite weather in February
In February, Mesquite averages a high of 62°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 2.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 95°F (1996) and the record low is 2°F (2021).
Mesquite weather in March
In March, Mesquite averages a high of 70°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 97°F (1974) and the record low is 16°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Mesquite weather in April
In April, Mesquite averages a high of 77°F and a low of 57°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 100°F (2006) and the record low is 32°F (1975). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Mesquite weather in May
In May, Mesquite averages a high of 85°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 103°F (1985) and the record low is 40°F (2013).
Mesquite weather in June
In June, Mesquite averages a high of 92°F and a low of 74°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 112°F (1980) and the record low is 53°F (1982).
Mesquite weather in July
In July, Mesquite averages a high of 97°F and a low of 78°F. It gets 1.7 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 112°F (2018) and the record low is 60°F (1990).
Mesquite weather in August
In August, Mesquite averages a high of 97°F and a low of 77°F. It gets 2.2 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 111°F (2011) and the record low is 59°F (1979).
Mesquite weather in September
In September, Mesquite averages a high of 90°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 110°F (2000) and the record low is 43°F (1983).
Mesquite weather in October
In October, Mesquite averages a high of 79°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 4.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 100°F (1979) and the record low is 27°F (1993).
Mesquite weather in November
In November, Mesquite averages a high of 67°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 92°F (2017) and the record low is 19°F (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Mesquite weather in December
In December, Mesquite averages a high of 59°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 88°F (2005) and the record low is 1°F (1989).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Mesquite
October is the sunniest month in Mesquite, with estimated sunshine of 67% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest, at 37%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 52% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Mesquite is sunnier than 68% of the US.
Humidity peaks in May at 70% and is lowest in August at 54%.
Wind averages 9 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 11 mph.
Mesquite has about 106 days a year above 90°F. Mesquite is hotter than 95% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 46 days a year.
See where Mesquite ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
First and last freeze in Mesquite
The first fall freeze in Mesquite typically comes around November 28, and the last spring freeze around March 4. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 269 days.
Mesquite weather records
These records cover DALLAS FAA AP during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Mesquite station is 112°F, on June 26, 1980. The coldest is 1°F, on December 23, 1989.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 6.9 in of precipitation, on March 19, 2006.
46 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Mesquite
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 59°F and lows near 40°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 77°F and lows near 57°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 95°F and lows near 76°F.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 79°F and lows near 59°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38° | 58° | 2.6 in | 7 | 9 mph | 62% | 52% | 84° | 7° |
| February | 42° | 62° | 2.8 in | 7 | 10 mph | 63% | 45% | 95° | 2° |
| March | 49° | 70° | 3.5 in | 8 | 11 mph | 62% | 43% | 97° | 16° |
| April | 57° | 77° | 3.1 in | 7 | 11 mph | 63% | 42% | 100° | 32° |
| May | 66° | 85° | 4.6 in | 9 | 11 mph | 70% | 37% | 103° | 40° |
| June | 74° | 92° | 3.8 in | 7 | 10 mph | 64% | 53% | 112° | 53° |
| July | 78° | 97° | 1.7 in | 5 | 9 mph | 60% | 56% | 112° | 60° |
| August | 77° | 97° | 2.2 in | 5 | 8 mph | 54% | 63% | 111° | 59° |
| September | 70° | 90° | 3.1 in | 6 | 8 mph | 57% | 64% | 110° | 43° |
| October | 59° | 79° | 4.8 in | 7 | 9 mph | 54% | 67% | 100° | 27° |
| November | 48° | 67° | 2.9 in | 7 | 9 mph | 64% | 56% | 92° | 19° |
| December | 40° | 59° | 3.2 in | 7 | 9 mph | 64% | 51% | 88° | 1° |
Station: DALLAS FAA AP, 24 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Mesquite climate questions
How much rain does Mesquite get?
Mesquite gets 38.3 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 82 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Mesquite?
October is the wettest month in Mesquite, with 4.8 in. July is the driest, with 1.7 in.
How many rainy days does Mesquite have a year?
Mesquite has about 82 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 9.
Does it snow in Mesquite?
Yes. Mesquite gets about 1.7 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1977–78, with 14.1 in.
What is the hottest month in Mesquite?
July is the warmest month in Mesquite, with an average high of 97°F.
What is the coldest month in Mesquite?
January is the coldest month in Mesquite, with an average low of 38°F.
What is the record high temperature in Mesquite?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Mesquite station is 112°F, set on June 26, 1980. The record low is 1°F, on December 23, 1989.
What is the sunniest month in Mesquite?
October is the sunniest month in Mesquite, with estimated sunshine of 67% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Mesquite?
The first fall freeze in Mesquite typically comes around November 28. The last spring freeze is around March 4.
What is the best time to visit Mesquite?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.