Late summer · Weather & things to do
Austin in August
Austin's warmest month brings highs averaging 98°F (37°C), lows of 76°F (24°C) and about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 57/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by heat.
- Avg high
- 98°F (37°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 60%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 98°F (37°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°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 August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – April and October – December.
- Comfort holds steady from July (59 → 57/100).
- Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes98°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 76°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Austin in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Barton Springs Pool
Spring-fed pool that stays near 68°F year-round in Zilker Park.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
Kreuz Market
Lockhart barbecue hall since 1900; meat on butcher paper, no sauce, no forks.
Why now A break from 98°F afternoons.
Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Colony
Up to 1.5 million bats stream out from under the bridge at dusk.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer dusk.
Franklin Barbecue
Austin's most famous brisket, worth the morning line.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Texas State Capitol
Pink-granite capitol, taller than the US Capitol, with free guided tours.
Nearby in August
- Texas Hill Country in August~55 mi · highs 95°F, 2.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Antonio in August~74 mi · highs 98°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Houston in August~146 mi · highs 94°F, 4.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Dallas in August~182 mi · highs 97°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
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 August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Austin?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 57/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are February – April and October – December. Expect highs of 98°F (37°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain. Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Austin in August?
Average highs are 98°F (37°C) and average lows 76°F (24°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Austin in August?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.1 in (841 mm).
What should I pack for Austin in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (98°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 76°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
Planning Austin in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.