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Austin in June
Austin warms up: highs climb to 94°F (34°C), from 87°F in May, with lows of 72°F (22°C) and about 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 61/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 94°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (78 mm)
- Humidity
- 66%
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 61/100 · Good
What June feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 94°F (34°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
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 3.1 in (78 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – April and October – December.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, April – June.
- Longest days of the year, about 13 h 56 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 67/100 in May to 61/100.
- Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes94°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 72°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Austin in June
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.
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.
Texas State Capitol
Pink-granite capitol, taller than the US Capitol, with free guided tours.
la Barbecue
East Austin pit known for brisket, beef ribs and house sausage, with shorter lines than Franklin.
Why now A break from 94°F afternoons.
Franklin Barbecue
Austin's most famous brisket, worth the morning line.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in June
- Texas Hill Country in June~55 mi · highs 92°F, 3.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Antonio in June~74 mi · highs 95°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Houston in June~146 mi · highs 92°F, 5.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Dallas in June~182 mi · highs 92°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Austin?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 61/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are February – April and October – December. Expect highs of 94°F (34°C) and 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain. Our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends Oct – Apr, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Austin in June?
Average highs are 94°F (34°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Austin in June?
Some: about 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.1 in (841 mm).
What should I pack for Austin in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (94°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 72°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
Planning Austin in June?
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