Austin Weather in April

What April feels like in Austin

In Austin, April brings mid-spring. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights stay mild. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.

Rain in Austin in April

Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Rainy days are intense, averaging about 9.6 mm (0.4 in) — downpours rather than drizzle. That is close to Austin's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 10.1 mm). It is among the three wettest months of the year.

Daylight and sunshine in April

On 15 April the sun rises at about 7:05 am and sets around 7:58 pm local time, giving 12 h 53 min of daylight. Days are getting longer: 56 min more daylight than in mid-March. The sun is out for roughly 72% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.

How April compares to the rest of the year

April is the 6th coolest month of the year in Austin. Against March, the average high is 3.4°C (6.1°F) higher, with 19 mm more rain. Temperatures keep climbing into May. By May, typical highs are 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Who April suits

• Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
• Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.

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