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Austin, Texas Temperature & Weather History

Texas, United States · Climate data since 1981
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📍 30.3035°N, 97.7680°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)

Austin Climate Overview

Austin has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in August and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during spring and early summer months.

Humidity remains moderate throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️Avg HighAvg TempAvg LowRecord HighRecord LowHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌨️60.6°F49.3°F38.1°F85.5°F12.9°F72%552.93.00
February🌤️65.0°F53.4°F41.8°F95.4°F10.2°F73%513.13.55
March☀️73.1°F61.0°F48.9°F93.6°F20.8°F71%643.24.56
April☀️81.2°F68.8°F56.5°F103.1°F31.6°F68%633.25.43
May☔87.3°F76.3°F65.4°F107.1°F43.3°F71%1183.05.77
June☔93.3°F82.7°F72.1°F110.1°F54.3°F68%902.86.65
July🔥96.7°F85.7°F74.6°F112.3°F63.9°F62%542.86.76
August🔥98.0°F86.7°F75.5°F112.3°F59.4°F59%552.66.34
September🌞91.4°F80.5°F69.5°F112.8°F45.7°F64%742.45.28
October☔82.7°F71.0°F59.4°F102.6°F26.4°F67%962.74.28
November☀️71.0°F59.8°F48.6°F93.9°F23.0°F72%632.83.18
December🌤️62.7°F51.7°F40.7°F87.1°F3.0°F73%562.82.68

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Austin Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Austin

January is Austin's coldest month, with average lows reaching 38.1°F. The coldest it has ever been that month is 12.9°F.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 40.1°F – 62.8°F

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Austin

Summer temperatures in Austin peak in August, with average highs of 97.9°F. The hottest it has ever been that month is 112.3°F.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 74.1°F – 96.1°F

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Austin

Austin sees its highest rainfall in May, receiving approximately 118 mm of precipitation.
🌧️May to October (avg) · up to 118 mm

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Austin Monthly Temperature Guide

August is the hottest month in Austin, with average highs reaching 98.0°F, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to 38.1°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in August, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Austin

May is the wettest month in Austin with about 118 mm, while February is the driest at 51 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the spring and early summer months. Humidity stays moderate (around 68%), peaking during winter months, which creates cold and damp conditions.

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:68.9°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:838 mm
Avg Humidity:68%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, Austin's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 112.7°F in September 2000, and its coldest dropped to 3.1°F in December 1989. 2024 was the warmest year overall and 1983 the coolest.

📅 Explore Austin Weather by Month

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Austin's recorded history was 2024 (avg: 72.5°F), while the coldest was 1983 (avg: 66.0°F).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Austin's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 30 years · °F

Austin's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 112.7°F in September 2000, while the lowest dropped to 3.1°F in December 1989.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Austin shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
84.0°F71.8°F59.7°F104.7°F19.2°F72063%2.7 m/s
2024
84.2°F72.5°F61.0°F112.3°F18.7°F76866%2.7 m/s
2023
84.2°F72.3°F60.4°F111.9°F29.5°F61964%2.7 m/s
2022
83.1°F70.7°F58.3°F110.3°F14.5°F50860%2.9 m/s
2021
80.4°F69.4°F58.5°F102.9°F10.2°F83671%2.7 m/s
2020
81.9°F70.2°F58.5°F109.6°F28.6°F81568%2.8 m/s
2019
80.1°F69.1°F58.3°F106.7°F23.5°F70570%2.8 m/s
2018
80.1°F68.9°F57.9°F112.3°F17.4°F100769%2.9 m/s
2017
82.0°F70.7°F59.4°F108.0°F19.0°F86968%2.9 m/s
2016
79.7°F69.4°F59.2°F104.7°F20.8°F108674%2.7 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Austin?▼

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), August is typically the hottest month in Austin, Texas, with average high temperatures around 98.0°F.

What is the coldest month in Austin?▼

January is the coldest month in Austin, with average low temperatures around 38.1°F.

What is the rainiest month in Austin?▼

May receives the most rainfall with approximately 118 mm, while February is the driest with 51 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Austin?▼

The highest recorded temperature was 112.7°F in September 2000. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Austin?▼

The lowest recorded temperature was 3.1°F in December 1989.

How many years of data does this page cover?▼

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Austin get?▼

Austin receives the most sunlight in July with an average solar radiation of 6.76 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Texas.

Where does this weather data come from?▼

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45