Austin · January
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 61°F, low 42°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
61° / 42°F
Humidity
66%
Rain days
11/mo
Wind
13 mph
What January feels like in Austin
Sunrise
08:26
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:53
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Austin in January
The kit for January in Austin: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
-3° avg high
0 rain days
Austin in December →
January
61°F avg high
11 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
-3° avg high
-2 rain days
Austin in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Austin in January?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Austin in January?+
Average high 61°F, average low 42°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Austin?+
Compared to December (avg high 64°F), January is cooler. Compared to February (avg high 64°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Austin in January?+
Expect about 11 measurable rain days in January, on average.