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Austin in July
Austin edges warmer than June, with highs of 96°F (36°C), lows of 75°F (24°C) and about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 59/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by heat.
- Avg high
- 96°F (36°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 64%
- Cloud cover
- 41%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 59/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 96°F (36°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 75°F (24°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (60 mm).
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – April and October – December.
- Comfort holds steady from June (61 → 59/100).
- Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 96°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 75°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Austin in July
Afternoons run hot (96°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
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.
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.
The Continental Club
South Congress music bar since 1955 with live country, rockabilly and blues.
Why now A break from 96°F afternoons.
South Congress Avenue
Shopping strip with boots, vintage and the 'I love you so much' mural.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Broken Spoke
Classic honky-tonk dance hall with two-step lessons and chicken-fried steak.
Nearby in July
- Texas Hill Country in July~55 mi · highs 94°F, 2.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Antonio in July~74 mi · highs 96°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Houston in July~146 mi · highs 93°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Dallas in July~182 mi · highs 97°F, 2.2 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Austin?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 59/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are February – April and October – December. Expect highs of 96°F (36°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain. Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Austin in July?
Average highs are 96°F (36°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Austin in July?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.1 in (841 mm).
What should I pack for Austin in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 96°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 75°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain).
Planning Austin in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.