Current Weather and Forecast in Austin, TX
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About the weather in Austin
Austin has a humid subtropical climate. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 96°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 42°. May brings the most rain, on about 16 days, while July is the sunniest, with 12.1 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 120 days.
Austin climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
How humid does Austin get?
Relative humidity averages 68% across the year, which reads as fairly humid. Paired with August heat, muggy afternoons are routine.
What is the rainiest month in Austin?
May, at 7.6 inches (194 mm) over about 16 days. July is the driest month, at 2.5 inches (62 mm).
What is the hottest month in Austin?
August, averaging 96°F (36°C) by day and 78°F (25°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 107°F (42°C).
When is Austin at its coldest?
January, with highs of 61°F (16°C) and lows near 42°F (6°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 4°F (-15°C).
When should I visit Austin?
Aim for October to March if you get the choice: warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up, and highs average 69°F (21°C) against roughly 9 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in October.
Does it snow in Austin?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Austin shows no regular measurable snowfall.