Weather in Austin
What's the weather like in Austin?
Austin has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 35°C (95°F) in July, with overnight lows around 6°C (42°F) and 25°C (77°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Austin are February through April, and October through November.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 30.267, -97.743
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 42°F | 65 mm | 12 | — |
| February | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 45°F | 76 mm | 14 | — |
| March | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 78 mm | 17 | — |
| April | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 60°F | 127 mm | 17 | — |
| May | 29°C / 85°F | 20°C / 67°F | 187 mm | 22 | — |
| June | 33°C / 91°F | 23°C / 74°F | 97 mm | 19 | — |
| July | 35°C / 95°F | 25°C / 77°F | 55 mm | 13 | — |
| August | 35°C / 96°F | 25°C / 77°F | 117 mm | 15 | — |
| September | 32°C / 89°F | 22°C / 72°F | 103 mm | 16 | — |
| October | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 62°F | 114 mm | 13 | — |
| November | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 84 mm | 15 | — |
| December | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 84 mm | 12 | — |
Austin by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Austin?
The most comfortable months in Austin are usually March, November, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Austin?
August is typically the hottest month in Austin, averaging a high of 35°C (96°F).
What is the coldest month in Austin?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 6°C (42°F).
Does it snow in Austin?
Snow is rare in Austin; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
Live forecast, sunrise/sunset, and more.