Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Austin in November
Austin cools off: highs slip to 71°F (22°C), from 82°F in October, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 2.3 in (59 mm) of rain.
At 92/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 2.3 in (59 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 92/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 48°F (9°C), about 13°C (23°F) below the afternoon high.
About 2.3 in (59 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's November.
Plan around November
November is one of Austin's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: December highs fall to 62°F.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 6°C (11°F) from October.
- Comfort improves from 88/100 in October to 92/100.
- November sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 48°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Austin in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
la Barbecue
East Austin pit known for brisket, beef ribs and house sausage, with shorter lines than Franklin.
Franklin Barbecue
Austin's most famous brisket, worth the morning line.
Broken Spoke
Classic honky-tonk dance hall with two-step lessons and chicken-fried steak.
Texas State Capitol
Pink-granite capitol, taller than the US Capitol, with free guided tours.
South Congress Avenue
Shopping strip with boots, vintage and the 'I love you so much' mural.
Nearby in November
- Texas Hill Country in November~55 mi · highs 69°F, 2.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Antonio in November~74 mi · highs 73°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Downtown Houston in November~146 mi · highs 71°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Dallas in November~182 mi · highs 67°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Austin?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 92/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 2.3 in (59 mm) of rain. November is inside the Oct – Apr window our Texas BBQ Trail route recommends.
How hot is Austin in November?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Austin in November?
Not much: about 2.3 in (59 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.1 in (841 mm).
What should I pack for Austin in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in November
- Texas BBQ Trail Oct – Apr
Planning Austin in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.