The month in detail
What to expect in July
In the height of summer, Austin sees high temperatures (35°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain risk remains low (20% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
July ranks 11 out of 12 months in Austin. Compared to June: +2°C daytime, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
21°
Daylight
13.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is July the right month?
The best month in Austin is April (8.5/10), 3.5 pts higher than July.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 31%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Austin ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTemperate climate with a 8.5 → 4.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
30.27°N · 97.74°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Austin?
October is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 7.0h of sunshine and 19.0% rainy days. The months of October & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Austin get in October?
Austin averages 7.0 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Austin?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Austin in October?
In October, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Austin good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Austin scores 7.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid Austin?
August is the most difficult month to visit Austin, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Austin in July?
The average UV index reaches 8 in July in Austin (very high), with about 13.8h of daylight. Protection essential.