April · United States
Best time to visit Austin in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Austin in April
Average temperature 21°C, 129 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 129 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Austin scores 7.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 129 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Live-music nights and BBQ patios feel most comfortable January through March.
April in Austin — reliably good (5th best month)
At 21°C (70°F) this is comfortable city weather in April, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
129 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.9/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Austin in April?
- In April, Austin averages 21°C, 129 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Austin?
- April earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Austin in April?
- Expect about 129 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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