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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Coast Current Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
Austin’s weather is defined by long, hot summers and short, mild winters, with spring bringing the highest chance of severe storms. The live forecast above shows the current conditions for Texas’s capital city.
What makes Austin’s climate distinctive?
Austin sits in a humid subtropical climate zone. Summers are consistently hot and humid, with July and August averaging highs around 35°C — the austin weather celsius scale makes it clear just how intense the heat can be. Winters are mild, with January lows near 5°C, and frost is rare. Spring and autumn bring the most variable conditions, as cold fronts push southward across the state. Those in Australia can compare patterns on the Australia weather hub.
How to track Austin’s weather day by day
For immediate planning, the austin weather hourly breakdown shows how temperatures shift through the day, particularly useful during summer when morning lows can be 15°C cooler than afternoon peaks. The austin weather radar is essential between March and June, when severe thunderstorms develop rapidly. Spring storms can trigger warnings similar to those covered on our severe weather warning page. For longer-term plans, the austin weather 15 day and austin weather 30 day forecast highlight general trends, though accuracy diminishes significantly beyond seven days.
Does Austin get snow?
Snowfall is rare in Austin. The city receives trace amounts most years, with a measurable fall occurring only every few years. When snow does arrive, it typically melts within a day.
When is the most severe weather season?
Spring (March to June) is the primary severe weather season. The combination of Gulf moisture and upper-level disturbances produces thunderstorms that can bring hail, damaging winds and tornadoes.