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Austin in April
Austin warms up: highs climb to 81°F (27°C), from 73°F in March, with lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
At 88/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What April feels like
Warm afternoons near 81°F (27°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (24°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 2.5 in (63 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is one of Austin's best months on the climate data.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (April – June), which brings about 9.9 in (252 mm) in total.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 67/100.
- Comfort holds steady from March (86 → 88/100).
- April sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 57°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Austin in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
The Continental Club
South Congress music bar since 1955 with live country, rockabilly and blues.
Barton Springs Pool
Spring-fed pool that stays near 68°F year-round in Zilker Park.
Why now April scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
la Barbecue
East Austin pit known for brisket, beef ribs and house sausage, with shorter lines than Franklin.
Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Colony
Up to 1.5 million bats stream out from under the bridge at dusk.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Texas State Capitol
Pink-granite capitol, taller than the US Capitol, with free guided tours.
Nearby in April
- Texas Hill Country in April~55 mi · highs 80°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Antonio in April~74 mi · highs 84°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Downtown Houston in April~146 mi · highs 80°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Dallas in April~182 mi · highs 77°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover Downtown Austin & Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park & Barton Springs.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Austin in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Austin?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain. April is inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
How hot is Austin in April?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Austin in April?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.1 in (841 mm).
What should I pack for Austin in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 57°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in April
- Texas BBQ Trail Oct – Apr
Planning Austin in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.