Climate
Austin weather by month
Average highs, lows, rain and snow for every month, from 30 years of weather records.
Average temperatures
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best time to visit: February, March, April, when highs are mild and rain is lightest.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F | 42°F | 2.6 in | 8 |
| February | 67°F | 46°F | 1.9 in | 8 |
| March | 73°F | 52°F | 2.9 in | 9 |
| April | 80°F | 59°F | 2.4 in | 7 |
| May | 87°F | 67°F | 5.0 in | 9 |
| June | 93°F | 73°F | 3.7 in | 7 |
| July | 97°F | 75°F | 2.0 in | 5 |
| August | 98°F | 75°F | 2.7 in | 5 |
| September | 91°F | 70°F | 3.5 in | 7 |
| October | 83°F | 61°F | 3.9 in | 7 |
| November | 72°F | 51°F | 2.9 in | 7 |
| December | 64°F | 43°F | 2.7 in | 8 |
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Austin-Camp Mabry, Tx Us (1.6 mi away, 670 ft). Wet days: days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation.
Questions
What is the hottest month in Austin?
August, with an average high of 98°F and low of 75°F.
What is the coldest month in Austin?
January, with an average low of 42°F and high of 63°F.
When does it rain most in Austin?
May is the wettest month, averaging 5.0 in of precipitation; the year totals about 36.2 inches.
What is the best time to visit Austin?
For mild weather (highs between 65°F and 85°F) with the least rain, February, March, April.
Where do these numbers come from?
NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals for the Austin-Camp Mabry weather station, 1.6 miles from downtown: 30-year averages, not a forecast.