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Population:
332,969
Location:
Location: Arlington is conveniently located between the cities of
Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas.
Elevation: Elevation:
630 feet
Time Zone:
Time Zone: Arlington is located in the Central Time Zone (when its
noon in Arlington, its 1:00pm in New York City and 10:00am in Los Angeles,
California).
Weather:
|
|
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
|
Average temp. (F) |
43.5 |
48.8 |
56.6 |
64.4 |
72.5 |
80.2 |
84.5 |
84.1 |
77.3 |
66.8 |
54.9 |
46.2 |
|
High temperature (F) |
54.1 |
60.0 |
68.1 |
75.6 |
82.8 |
90.5 |
95.3 |
95.0 |
88.0 |
78.0 |
65.3 |
56.6 |
|
Low temperature (F) |
32.9 |
37.6 |
45.1 |
53.2 |
62.2 |
70.0 |
73.7 |
73.2 |
66.5 |
55.5 |
44.5 |
35.8 |
|
Precipitation (in) |
2.1 |
2.6 |
3.2 |
3.4 |
5.3 |
3.7 |
2.5 |
2.1 |
3.2 |
4.5 |
2.6 |
2.7 |
Climate:
|
|
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
|
Days with precip. |
7 |
7 |
8 |
8 |
9 |
7 |
5 |
5 |
6 |
6 |
6 |
7 |
|
Wind speed (mph) |
11.0 |
11.7 |
12.6 |
12.4 |
11.1 |
10.6 |
9.8 |
8.9 |
9.3 |
9.7 |
10.7 |
10.8 |
|
Morning humidity (%) |
79 |
78 |
79 |
81 |
86 |
85 |
79 |
78 |
82 |
82 |
81 |
80 |
|
Afternoon humidity (%) |
63 |
61 |
59 |
59 |
63 |
59 |
53 |
53 |
59 |
58 |
61 |
63 |
|
Sunshine (%) |
52 |
54 |
58 |
61 |
57 |
67 |
75 |
73 |
67 |
63 |
57 |
52 |
|
Days clear of clouds |
10 |
10 |
10 |
9 |
8 |
11 |
15 |
15 |
13 |
14 |
12 |
11 |
|
Partly cloudy days |
6 |
6 |
8 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
10 |
10 |
9 |
7 |
6 |
6 |
|
Cloudy days |
16 |
13 |
14 |
13 |
13 |
8 |
6 |
6 |
9 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
|
Snowfall (in) |
1.1 |
1.0 |
0.2 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
0.1 |
0.2 |
Local Seasons:
Each season brings with it new sites and
activities to see and do in this conveniently located city.
With temperatures rarely below freezing, even the
winter is a time for outdoor activities. Why not experience the thrill of a
pre-game tailgate party or just a brisk walk on a clear sunny day? Spring
brings with it average temperatures in the 50s and 60s, making it the perfect
time to enjoy virtually any outdoor activity. On those rare days with
precipitation, take in a little shopping or enjoy some of the areas diverse
museums. If you are lucky enough to be visiting in the summer, a popular trip
is to Six Flags or Hurricane Harbor for a truly refreshing experience. No
matter what the season, Arlington will leave you wanting to come back time and
again.
How to Get There:
Conveniently located between Cowtown (Fort Worth)
and Big D (Dallas) and just fifteen minutes from DFW International Airport,
Arlington is an easy find.
By Air:
DFW (Dallas-Fort Worth Airport) is the main
airport serving Arlington. With thousands of flights daily and served by all of
the major airlines as well as other regional carriers, as well as only being
minutes from Arlington, it is the most popular airport serving the area. Also
serving the area is Dallas-Love Field. Love Field is the main Dallas hub for
Southwest Airlines, one of the countrys most recognizable Texas names.
Public Transportation:
Airport Shuttles
Super Shuttle
800258-3826
Discount/TBS Shuttle
817- 267-5150
Bus Travel
Greyhound-Trailway Bus Lines
Suburban Station
2075 E. Division
817- 461-5337
En Espaol 1-800-531-5332
Charter and Rental
Call the Arlington Visitor Center at 800-342-4305 for more information
Taxicabs
Checker Cab
817- 469-1110
Express Taxi, Inc.
817- 469-1111
Yellow Checker Cab Co.
817- 534-5555
National Holidays:
New Year's Day Jan. 1
Martin Luther King, Jr., Day 3rd Mon. in Jan.
President's Day 3rd Mon. in Feb.
Memorial Day last Mon. in May
Independence Day July 4
Labor Day 1st Mon. in Sept.
Thanksgiving Day 4th Thurs. in Nov.
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dec. 24 and 25
New Year's Eve Dec. 31
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