This is the current conditions weather report for Dalhart. The report was made 21 minutes ago, at 03:53 UTC. The wind was blowing at a speed of 7 miles per hour / 11.1 kilometers per hour from the south southeast (160°). The temperature was 66°F / 19°C, with a dew-point at 66°F / 19°C. The atmospheric pressure was 30.12 inHg / 1021 hPa. The relative humidity was 73%. The skies were clear.
Dalhart is the county seat of Dallam County in the U.S. state of Texas. The population was 7,237 at the 2000 census. Founded in 1901, Dalhart is named for its location on the border of Dallam and Hartley counties.
The city of Dalhart is known by many Texans as a gateway to the Colorado Rockies. The city's position in the northwestern corner of the Texas panhandle, makes it a pivotal resting place for weary travelers coming from and going to the mountain range.
The town is also known as the XIT City, due to its relationship with the historic XIT Ranch. The ranch was a 3,000,000 acre plot of land traded in exchange for the construction of the Texas State Capitol. The ranch was dissolved in 1912, but the history of the ranch is celebrated with the city's XIT Rodeo and Reunion. Held annually on the first Thursday through Sunday of August, the event includes the world's largest free barbeque, junior and PRCA rodeo events, three nights of live music and a variety of other events to celebrate the occasion.
Dalhart is located at 36.060856, -102.518656.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.1 km² (4.3 mi²). None of the area is covered with water.