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Austin weather in August

Long-run climate averages for Austin, TX in August, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

August at a glance

In August, Austin averages 100°F by day and 79°F at night. The wettest month is usually May.

August in Austin averages a daytime high of 100°F and an overnight low of 79°F, which reads as hot for this part of the world. It is the warmest month of the year here. Across the whole year Austin sees roughly 44 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Austin forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Austin weather by month

what to expect in Austin through the year

Here is Austin's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Austin by season.

Jan
61°
42°
Mild
Feb
68°
48°
Mild
Mar
75°
55°
Warm
Apr
78°
60°
Warm
May
85°
68°
Hot
Wettest
Jun
93°
74°
Hot
Jul
96°
77°
Hot
Aug
100°
79°
Hot
Sep
93°
74°
Hot
Oct
85°
65°
Hot
Nov
72°
53°
Warm
Dec
67°
48°
Mild

Common questions

How warm is Austin in August?
Austin averages a daytime high of 100°F in August, with overnight lows around 79°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is August a good time to visit Austin?
The most comfortable time to visit Austin is usually January, February, March and April, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest May rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Austin in August?
The wettest month in Austin is usually May. Across the year the city sees roughly 44 inches of precipitation.

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