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Dumas
Spend a half‑day in Dumas to see the art center and museum; stay overnight if you need a rest before continuing on US‑287.
Dumas is a small Texas Panhandle town on US-287 with an art center and a local history museum, both on South Dumas Avenue. Treat it as a short stopover on the Amarillo–Stratford/Dalhart corridor rather than a destination in itself; how long you need is check.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (very hot)
- Airport
- Rick Husband Amarillo (AMA)
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Dumas911 ▾
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Dumas, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyDumas is generally safe; typical small‑town caution applies – lock doors at night and keep valuables out of sight.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckAMA Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (Nearest airline airport; no commercial service in Dumas (check).
- Getting aroundcheckGetting around on foot and the spread of the sights are check.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a cafecheck
- Street or quick mealBreakfast at Big Country Cafecheck
- Budget bedMotel or budget inn, a night, per personUS$40
- Mid-range bedMid-range hotel room, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedMid-range hotel room, a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$40 · Mid US$80 · High US$120
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- AMA Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (Nearest airline airport; no commercial service in Dumas (check). Distance and drive time: check.)
Map of Dumas
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Mar
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Apr
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C) low), wettest May (7 rain days), driest Jan (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Dumas: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
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Feb
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
3 rd
Mar
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
4 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
5 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
4 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
3 rd
Dec
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Getting around on foot and the spread of the sights are check. For regional travel use US-287, US-87 or TX-152.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Quality Inn
Conveniently on S Dumas Ave, close to museums.
Red Roof Inn Dumas
Budget option near US‑287.
Spark by Hilton Dumas
Mid‑range, central location.
Super 8 Motel
Basic rooms, easy access from Highway 287.
Econo Lodge
Affordable, near downtown.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $40–$60 excl. bed
- Mid
- $60–$100 excl. bed
- High
- $100+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel or budget inn2 × 1 night × US$55 | US$110 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$80 | US$160 |
| Fuel for a US-287 round trip2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| Art Center and Window on the Plains Museum entry2 × US$0 · Free per source listing; confirm before you go | US$0 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$30 |
| Trip total≈ US$165 per person per day, bed included | US$330 |
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2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental not included. Bed and fuel figures are check.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a cafe | check |
| Breakfast at Big Country Cafe | check |
| Burger or sandwich | check |
| Petrol (per gallon) | check |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Summer heat can exceed 35 °C (95 °F); carry water.Summer heat can exceed 95 °F (35 °C); carry water.
- Museum hours: check before you go; the listed Window on the Plains hours are unconfirmed.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- US-287 Dumas ↔ Amarillo: Fuel cost and drive time: check
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis-kool-pe)
- Gracias — Thank you (gra-see-as)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (kwan-toh kwes-ta)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the restroom? (don-de es-ta el ba-nyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Dumas. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (very hot) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 5 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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