Travis County Climate

Travis County, Texas

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec68.2°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

68.2°F

Annual Precip

36.3"

Annual Snowfall

0.2"

Extreme Heat Days

120.475

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
2.7"
1.9"
2.9"
2.4"
4.7"
3.8"
2.3"
2.5"
3.3"
4.3"
2.8"
2.7"
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring61°75°10.0"Summer82°85°8.6"Fall59°79°10.4"Winter50°54°7.3"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 90% of US counties
Wetter than 36% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 13% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Travis County Weather

Travis County’s Urban Heat

Travis County averages 68.2°F annually, making it one of the warmer metropolitan areas in the country. This temperature sits roughly 13 degrees above the national median.

Warmer Than the Texas Average

Travis County is hotter than the state average, recording 68.2°F compared to Texas’s 65.5°F. It receives 36.3 inches of rain, which is slightly above the state mean of 31.9 inches.

The Heat Peak of the Hill Country

With 120 extreme heat days, Travis County is often hotter than its higher-elevation neighbors to the west. It marks the transition from the humid coastal plains to the rocky Hill Country.

Endless Summers and Mild Winters

Summer dominates the calendar with 120 days over 90°F and a July average of 84.6°F. Winters are very mild, averaging 51.8°F with almost no measurable snow.

Maximize Cooling Efficiency

Energy audits and high-performance cooling are vital for the 120 days of extreme heat. Since snow is rare at 0.2 inches, focus your budget on sun protection and water-wise landscaping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Travis County?
The average annual temperature in Travis County, TX is 68.2°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Travis County get?
Travis County receives an average of 36.3 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Travis County?
Yes, Travis County receives an average of 0.2 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Travis County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Travis County is 83.8°F. The county experiences an average of 120.475 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Travis County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Travis County is 51.8°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 49.8°F.

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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.

Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.

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