Austin in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Austin (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 17.8°C and lows of 6.8°C, with around 233.8mm of rain across the season (26 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Austin covers December, January, February.
Winter in Austin month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 19.0°C | 8.7°C | 68.1mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| January | 17.4°C | 6.7°C | 86.3mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| February | 16.9°C | 5.1°C | 79.4mm | 10 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Austin in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Austin?
Winter in Austin rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 17.8°C with 233.8mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Austin in winter?
Daytime highs average 17.8°C (64.0°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 6.8°C.
What months are winter in Austin?
Austin is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Austin · Austin annual climate · Austin in spring · Austin in summer · Austin in autumn
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Winter in Austin — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.