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Austin in November
What November 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
November is one of the best months to visit Austin. Expect average highs of 22°C (72°F), lows of 10°C (50°F), about 7 rainy days and roughly 10.6 hours of daylight. Mild, sunny days and cool nights; comfortable for walking and Hill Country trips.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 22°C (72°F) / 10°C (50°F)
- Rainy days
- About 7
- Daylight
- About 10.6 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in November
November is the 9th-warmest month in Austin: days average 22°C (72°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 10°C (50°F). Rain falls on roughly 7 of its 30 days. Compared with October (28°C (82°F)), November is cooler; by December highs drop to around 18°C (64°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 06:57
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:35
- Daylight
- About 10.6 hours
Autumn (September–November). Heat lingers through September, then pleasant October and November days with ACL, the Grand Prix and football.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 3 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in March). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in November
November has no major recurring festival in Austin, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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
Park · Zilker and Barton Hills
Zilker Park
Austin's main green space covers about 140 hectares south of the river, with lawns, Barton Springs Pool, the Zilker Botanical Garden, canoe rentals and the Zilker Zephyr miniature train.
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Kids
What to pack
For highs near 22°C, lows near 10°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 November a good time to visit Austin?
One of the best months to visit Austin. The other best months are March–April and October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Austin?
It is one of the best months to visit Austin. Mild, sunny days and cool nights; comfortable for walking and Hill Country trips.
+How warm is Austin in November?
Average highs are around 22°C (72°F) and lows around 10°C (50°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Austin in November?
Expect rain on about 7 days of the month.