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consensus of the three models
7-day forecast
where the models agree, and where they split
Austin, TX is at its warmest in Aug (average highs near 100°F) and coldest in Jan (lows around 42°F), with roughly 44 in of precipitation across the year. Below, compare what NWS, American, European forecast for Austin right now, and see exactly where they disagree.
Austin climate by month
average daytime high and overnight low across a typical year
Jan
61°
42°
Feb
68°
48°
Mar
75°
55°
Apr
78°
60°
May
85°
68°
Jun
93°
74°
Jul
96°
77°
Aug
100°
79°
Sep
93°
74°
Oct
85°
65°
Nov
72°
53°
Dec
67°
48°
Common questions
What's the weather in Austin today?
On this page we show what NWS, American, European each forecast for Austin today, side by side and updated live. When all three agree the forecast is reliable; when they split, we flag it so you know the day is genuinely less certain.
Will it rain in Austin today or tomorrow?
Check the hourly strip and 7-day forecast above. We compare rain from NWS, American, European for Austin and flag the days where the models disagree on whether showers actually arrive, which is exactly when a single app can catch you out.
Which forecast is most accurate for Austin?
No single model is always right. NWS, American, European each run their own physics, so we line all three up: when they agree the Austin forecast is reliable, and when they split you should expect surprises. See our tested US accuracy scoreboard for how the models compare.
What is the warmest month in Austin?
Aug is typically the warmest month in Austin, with average highs around 100°F.
How cold does Austin get?
The coldest month in Austin is Jan, when overnight lows average about 42°F.
How much rain does Austin get?
Austin sees roughly 44 in of precipitation a year, with May usually the wettest month.
The forecasts Americans check
The two biggest apps keep their model a secret, so we can't show their numbers, only link you to them. The National Weather Service is public, so its data sits right in the comparison above.