Average Monthly Sunshine in Austin (TX)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Austin receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Austin, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 317 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of December provide just 154 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2460 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Austin’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Austin enjoys an average of 2460 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Dublin, Ireland, receives only about 1440 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

May, Austin’s wettest month, receives 42 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 19°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Precipitation page.