Weather Outlook
2026 DVG America National Championship
December 10-14, 2026 • Dallas / North Texas
While exact weather conditions cannot yet be predicted, historical North Texas weather patterns suggest competitors and spectators should prepare for cool mornings, mild afternoons, and the possibility of wind or rain during championship week.
Typical Conditions
Typical mid-December conditions in the Dallas / North Texas region include:
Morning Temperatures
Morning temperatures in the upper 30s to upper 40s
Afternoon Temperatures
Afternoon temperatures in the 50s to mid-60s
Cold Fronts
Occasional cold fronts
Rain or Damp Conditions
Possible rain or damp conditions
Snow or Freezing Drizzle
Low likelihood of snow, though freezing drizzle is always possible in North Texas winters
Current long-range seasonal models associated with a developing El Niño pattern suggest a potentially cooler and wetter winter than average across Texas.
Competitor Preparation
Competitors are encouraged to prepare for:
Layered Clothing
Layered clothing
Wind-Resistant Outerwear
Wind-resistant outerwear
Waterproof Footwear
Waterproof footwear
Mud or Wet Ground
Mud or wet-ground conditions
Covered Crating
Covered crating setups if desired
Cooler temperatures are generally favorable for working-dog performance, and December has historically provided excellent trial conditions for outdoor events in North Texas.