December · United States
Best time to visit Austin in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Austin in December
Average temperature 14°C, 52 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Austin scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 14°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Live-music nights and BBQ patios feel most comfortable January through March.
December ranks 2nd of 12 for Austin — one of the best windows
December averages 14°C (58°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rainfall runs 52 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 hours of daylight.
A 8.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Austin (2nd of 12); only March scores higher, at 8.8/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Austin in December?
- In December, Austin averages 14°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Austin?
- December earns a 8.6/10 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 December?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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