Austin weather
11-year climate averages (2015–2025), month by month
Austin in october
Current month averages, based on 11 complete years of records (2015–2025). Read the full guide →
Austin sits at 30°16′N 97°44′W in United States, in North America. Its climate profile is shaped by these coordinates — and the 11 complete years of records below (2015–2025) reveal exactly how each season feels on the ground.
Below, you'll find monthly averages for temperature, rainfall and sunshine, drawn from the Open-Meteo Archive. Every month links to a full guide with what to pack, where to stay, and when to arrive.
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Austin weather by month
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Austin weather — FAQ
Q01Which months are best for visiting Austin?
Which months are best for visiting Austin?
The best months to visit Austin are January, February, March, November. Mid-March straddles SXSW crowds and bluebonnet bloom on Highway 290; Barton Springs stays a cool 20C when Lady Bird trail is jogger-friendly.
Q02Which month is warmest in Austin?
Which month is warmest in Austin?
August runs the highest averages in Austin, with typical daytime highs of 36°C (97°F). Austinites vanish into Barton Springs, Krause Springs, or the Sonic drive-in AC; kickball leagues shift to 9pm start times through August.
Q03Which month is chilliest in Austin?
Which month is chilliest in Austin?
January brings the lowest averages, with daytime highs near 17°C (62°F). February ice storms shut I-35 and Mopac; power grid anxiety is real, and locals stockpile HEB propane for outdoor patio heaters.
Q04When is the rainy season in Austin?
When is the rainy season in Austin?
May typically records the highest monthly rainfall — around 188mm on average. May flash floods on Onion Creek and Shoal Creek are lethal; Turn Around Don't Drown signs go up and low-water crossings close in minutes.
Q05How would you describe Austin's weather?
How would you describe Austin's weather?
Austin, United States has very hot summers, mild winters, moderate seasonal rainfall. East Austin's food trailer scene beats South Congress now; Veracruz All Natural tacos on Cesar Chavez are the migas benchmark. Locals swim Barton Springs on the free side south of the dam, not the paid entry. Every taco is a breakfast taco regardless of hour. The bat flight from Congress Bridge peaks late July at sunset, but locals watch from a kayak downstream to avoid the crush. You can read the detailed month-by-month breakdown on this page.