Best time to visit Austin
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart on the page recolours live for your heat limit 27°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Austin
18 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Austin).
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Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide - 2
Downtown Austin Giant Paddleboard Sunset Tour with Bats - 3
Austin Private Tours – Landmarks & Local Highlights - 4
Downtown Austin Sunset Kayak Tour with 1.5 Million Bats - 5
4-Hour Austin Signature Brewery Tour - 6
Clear Kayak Sunset Glow Tour - 7
The Story of Austin: Downtown History Walking Tour - 8
Public Pedal Pub Tour in Austin - 9
Locals Know BBQ Food Tour in Austin Texas - 10
Giant Glow Paddleboarding the Downtown Skyline with Bats - 11
Austin Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate - 12
Downtown Black History Walk in Austin - 13
Austin Premium Driving Night Tour with Sunset Boat Cruise - 14
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle - 15
Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride - 16
Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour with a Local Guide - 17
Austin Biker Gang E-Bike Tour - 18
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Last refreshed 2026-05-30.
Similar climatesNew Orleans84% · Nashville83% · Raleigh82%
Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Austin (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Austin's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6–17 | 14 | 8 | 104 | 13.0 | 57% | 21 | 169 | 3 | Quiet | 7 |
| Feb | 6–18 | 15 | 9 | 115 | 12.8 | 58% | 23 | 156 | 5 | Quiet | 7 |
| Mar | 13–24 | 22 | 11 | 126 | 11.5 | 55% | 24 | 180 | 6 | Quiet | 8 |
| Apr | 16–26 | 26 | 13 | 144 | 11.1 | 57% | 24 | 189 | 7 | Quiet | 8 |
| May | 20–30 | 32 | 15 | 168 | 11.2 | 63% | 22 | 217 | 7 | Quiet | 4 |
| Jun | 23–34 | 37 | 10 | 114 | 11.4 | 56% | 20 | 253 | 9 | Quiet | 2 |
| Jul | 25–35 | 39 | 10 | 96 | 9.6 | 52% | 21 | 273 | 9 | Quiet | 2 |
| Aug | 25–36 | 39 | 10 | 102 | 10.2 | 48% | 19 | 270 | 9 | Peak | 2 |
| Sep | 22–33 | 35 | 8 | 89 | 11.1 | 51% | 18 | 233 | 8 | Busy | 4 |
| Oct | 17–29 | 29 | 8 | 89 | 11.1 | 49% | 20 | 220 | 6 | Moderate | 8 |
| Nov | 12–22 | 20 | 9 | 107 | 11.9 | 59% | 19 | 170 | 4 | Peak | 8 |
| Dec | 9–19 | 17 | 9 | 100 | 11.1 | 61% | 20 | 158 | 3 | Busy | 8 |
UV Index in Austin by Month
UV index in Austin peaks at 9 (very high) in June, dropping to 3 (low) in December. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
October
8/1017–29°C · 8 rain days (89h) · 220 sun hours · 49% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 6 (high)
November
8/1012–22°C (feels 20°C) · 9 rain days (107h) · 170 sun hours · 59% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 4 (moderate)
March
8/1013–24°C (feels 22°C) · 11 rain days (126h) · 180 sun hours · 55% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 6 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
Every month
Show the other 9 months in detail
January
7/106–17°C (feels 14°C) · 8 rain days (104h) · 169 sun hours · 57% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (moderate)
February
7/106–18°C (feels 15°C) · 9 rain days (115h) · 156 sun hours · 58% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
April
8/1016–26°C · 13 rain days (144h) · 189 sun hours · 57% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
May
4/1020–30°C (feels 32°C) · 15 rain days (168h) · 217 sun hours · 63% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 10 (very high)
June
2/1023–34°C (feels 37°C) · 10 rain days (114h) · 253 sun hours · 56% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 9 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 11 (extreme)
July
2/1025–35°C (feels 39°C) · 10 rain days (96h) · 273 sun hours · 52% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 9 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 11 (extreme)
August
2/1025–36°C (feels 39°C) · 10 rain days (102h) · 270 sun hours · 48% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 9 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 11 (very high)
September
4/1022–33°C (feels 35°C) · 8 rain days (89h) · 233 sun hours · 51% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 8 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
December
8/109–19°C (feels 17°C) · 9 rain days (100h) · 158 sun hours · 61% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 3 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 4 (moderate)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Austin
When is the best time to visit Austin?
October is the highest-scoring month (8/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 17–29°C (8 rainy days). The top three months by score are October, November, March.
What is the worst time to visit Austin?
August is the lowest-scoring month (2/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 25–36°C (10 rainy days).
Is Austin too hot in summer?
5 months (May, June, July, August, September) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Austin?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in April and peaks in August. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Austin have good weather but fewer tourists?
March (climate 8/10, crowd index 3) and April (climate 8/10, crowd index 0) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Austin by month?
UV peaks at 9 (very high) in June and is lowest in December at 3 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 3, Feb 5, Mar 6, Apr 7, May 7, Jun 9, Jul 9, Aug 9, Sep 8, Oct 6, Nov 4, Dec 3. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Austin in June?
June is the peak UV month in Austin, with a daily-peak UV index of 9 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Austin on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. July is the worst case: typical days average UV 9 (very high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 11 (extreme) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, December. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Austin bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 3 months: May, July, August. The worst month is May with a typical-day mean of 12 µg/m³ (moderate); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 19 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.