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Austin in April
What April is really like in Austin: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Austin. Expect average highs of 27°C (81°F), lows of 14°C (57°F), about 7 rainy days and roughly 12.9 hours of daylight. Bluebonnets and warm, comfortable days; one of the best months, though storms are possible.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 27°C (81°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 7
- Daylight
- About 12.9 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the 7th-warmest month in Austin: days average 27°C (81°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 14°C (57°F). Rain falls on roughly 7 of its 30 days. Compared with March (23°C (73°F)), April is warmer; by May highs climb to around 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 07:04
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 19:58
- Daylight
- About 12.9 hours
Spring (March–May). Warm days, wildflowers and SXSW; storms and flash floods become more likely by May.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 4 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in March). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Bluebonnet season in the Hill Country (usually late March to April)
- Eeyore's Birthday Party in Pease Park (usually late April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · South Congress (SoCo)
Continental Club
Opened in 1955, this small club on South Congress is one of Austin's most celebrated live-music venues, with rockabilly, blues, country and roots bands on its stage most nights.
- Time needed
- An evening
- Cost
- Low cost
- After dark
- History
Garden · Zilker and Barton Hills
Umlauf Sculpture Garden
A calm, shaded stop before or after Barton Springs.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Couples
- Off the beaten path
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Nature · Zilker and Barton Hills
Barton Springs Pool
A 275-metre-long natural pool fed by underground springs that keep the water around 20°C all year, with a grassy slope for sunbathing.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Kids
Waterfront · Downtown
Lady Bird Lake and the Butler Trail
Rent a kayak or paddleboard from one of the rental docks and paddle towards the downtown skyline at sunset.
- Time needed
- 1–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Active
- Views
What to pack
For highs near 27°C, lows near 14°C and 7 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Austin?
One of the best months to visit Austin, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are March and October–November. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Austin?
It is one of the best months to visit Austin. Bluebonnets and warm, comfortable days; one of the best months, though storms are possible.
+How warm is Austin in April?
Average highs are around 27°C (81°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Austin in April?
Expect rain on about 7 days of the month.