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Austin in March: go or not?

Good time. Austin in March gets 7.9/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 30.27°N · 97.74°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Austin · March
7.9
13–24°
Temperature
33%
Rain
7h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : David Hertle via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in March

Spring marks the start of the good season in Austin. Temperatures rise (24.0°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 33.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if October (8.3/10) remains theoretically better.

March ranks 3 out of 12 months in Austin. Compared to February: +4°C daytime, +0.6h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in March

UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
11°
Daylight
11.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is March the right month?

The best month in Austin is October (8.3/10), 0.4 pt higher than March.

See October →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Austin, Texas state capital, is the "Live Music Capital of the World": 250 music venues, SXSW festival. October is my favourite month (8.7/10): 18-29°C, 27% rain, heat finally dropping after summer, ACL Festival (Austin City Limits) early October.

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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 · 46%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in March

If March doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.

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Location

Where is Austin ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
United States
Temperate climate with a 8.3 → 4.5 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 27.0% 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 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Austin?
January is the most unfavourable month with January 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 6.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Austin?
January is the most difficult month to visit Austin, with January 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 March?
The average UV index reaches 6 in March in Austin (moderate), with about 11.8h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.