January · United States
Best time to visit Austin in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Austin in January
Average temperature 10°C, 83 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 65% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.5/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 83 mm
- Humidity
- 65%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Austin scores 7.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 83 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Live-music nights and BBQ patios feel most comfortable January through March.
January in Austin: strong conditions, 7th of 12
Expect 10°C (50°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 83 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.5/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Austin in January?
- In January, Austin averages 10°C, 83 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Austin?
- January earns a 7.5/10 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 January?
- Expect about 83 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 65% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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