Late winter · Weather & things to do
Austin in February
Austin sees its driest month, with just 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain, highs of 65°F (18°C) and lows of 41°F (5°C).
February opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 90/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 1.8 in (45 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 65°F (18°C), good for long walks.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is moderate at about 1.8 in (45 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February is one of Austin's best months on the climate data.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: March brings 2.9 in (73 mm).
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: February – April and October – December.
- Comfort improves from 83/100 in January to 90/100.
- February sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 41°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Austin in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Kreuz Market
Lockhart barbecue hall since 1900; meat on butcher paper, no sauce, no forks.
Barton Springs Pool
Spring-fed pool that stays near 68°F year-round in Zilker Park.
Why now February scores 90/100 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 65°F and 1.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
The Continental Club
South Congress music bar since 1955 with live country, rockabilly and blues.
Nearby in February
- Texas Hill Country in February~55 mi · highs 63°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Antonio in February~74 mi · highs 68°F, 1.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Downtown Houston in February~146 mi · highs 65°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Dallas in February~182 mi · highs 59°F, 2.6 in rain · 3°C (6°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Austin?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain. February is inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
How hot is Austin in February?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Austin in February?
Not much: about 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.1 in (841 mm).
What should I pack for Austin in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 41°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in February
- Texas BBQ Trail Oct – Apr
Planning Austin in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.