Austin, TX Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Austin get?

Austin gets 36.3 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 86 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 52% of the US.

May is the wettest month, with 5.0 in. February is the driest, with 1.9 in. March has the most rainy days, about 9.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 51 days, to August 17, 2022.

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Does it snow in Austin?

Rarely. The reporting station for Austin averages under 0.5 in of snow a season.

The snowiest winter on record is 1984–85, with 8.7 in.

The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 25, 2026.

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Austin weather by month

Austin weather in January

In January, Austin averages a high of 63°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The January record high is 90°F (1971) and the record low is 11°F (1982). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Austin weather in February

In February, Austin averages a high of 67°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 1.9 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The February record high is 99°F (1996) and the record low is 7°F (2021). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Austin weather in March

In March, Austin averages a high of 73°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The March record high is 98°F (1971) and the record low is 19°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Austin weather in April

In April, Austin averages a high of 80°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 2.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 99°F (2006) and the record low is 34°F (2007).

Austin weather in May

In May, Austin averages a high of 87°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 5.0 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 102°F (1998) and the record low is 44°F (2013).

Austin weather in June

In June, Austin averages a high of 93°F and a low of 73°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The June record high is 109°F (2012) and the record low is 53°F (1970).

Austin weather in July

In July, Austin averages a high of 97°F and a low of 75°F. It gets 2.0 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The July record high is 110°F (2022) and the record low is 63°F (2019).

Austin weather in August

In August, Austin averages a high of 98°F and a low of 75°F. It gets 2.7 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The August record high is 112°F (2011) and the record low is 62°F (2004).

Austin weather in September

In September, Austin averages a high of 91°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The September record high is 112°F (2000) and the record low is 48°F (1984).

Austin weather in October

In October, Austin averages a high of 82°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The October record high is 101°F (2024) and the record low is 30°F (1993).

Austin weather in November

In November, Austin averages a high of 71°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The November record high is 93°F (2025) and the record low is 20°F (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Austin weather in December

In December, Austin averages a high of 64°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 2.7 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The December record high is 89°F (2024) and the record low is 4°F (1989). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Austin

September is the sunniest month in Austin, with sunshine about 60% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 36%. Over the year the sun shines about 49% of daylight hours. Austin is sunnier than 59% of the US.

Humidity peaks in May at 70% and is lowest in August at 55%.

Wind averages 6 mph over the year, and March is the windiest month at 7 mph.

Austin has about 119 days a year above 90°F. Austin is hotter than 97% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 44 days a year.

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First and last freeze in Austin

The first fall freeze in Austin typically comes around December 4, and the last spring freeze around February 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 288 days.

Austin weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Austin station is 112°F, on September 5, 2000. The coldest is 4°F, on December 23, 1989.

The wettest day on record brought 7.5 in of rain, on November 15, 2001.

32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.8°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Austin

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 68°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 64°F and lows near 44°F. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 80°F and lows near 59°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 96°F and lows near 74°F.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 60°F.

Austin climate questions

How much rain does Austin get?

Austin gets 36.3 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 86 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Austin?

May is the wettest month in Austin, with 5.0 in. February is the driest, with 1.9 in.

How many rainy days does Austin have a year?

Austin has about 86 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 9.

Does it snow in Austin?

Rarely. The reporting station for Austin averages under 0.5 in of snow a season. The snowiest winter on record is 1984–85, with 8.7 in.

What is the hottest month in Austin?

August is the warmest month in Austin, with an average high of 98°F.

What is the coldest month in Austin?

January is the coldest month in Austin, with an average low of 42°F.

What is the record high temperature in Austin?

The record high at the Austin station is 112°F, set on September 5, 2000. The record low is 4°F, on December 23, 1989.

What is the sunniest month in Austin?

September is the sunniest month in Austin, with sunshine about 60% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Austin?

The first fall freeze in Austin typically comes around December 4. The last spring freeze is around February 19.

What is the best time to visit Austin?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 68°F.