Austin · July
Run in the pre-dawn.
Average highs hit 95°F. July is the hottest stretch of the year. Heat builds fast after sunrise — the pre-dawn hour is the only reliably comfortable window.
Avg high / low
95° / 77°F
Humidity
63%
Rain days
10/mo
Wind
12 mph
What July feels like in Austin
Sunrise
06:40
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:32
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Cool relative to the day's peak, but heat builds fast. By 10 AM you're already chasing comfort.
Midday
Heat peaks here. Skip unless you've got shade and pace tolerance.
Evening
Cools off after sunset but still warm. Good for easy efforts; avoid hard intervals if you're chasing pace.
What to wear running in Austin in July
The kit for July in Austin: light, breathable, and moisture-wicking — singlet or short-sleeve only.
July vs the surrounding months
vs June
+4° avg high
-5 rain days
Austin in June →
July
95°F avg high
10 rain days
Best: pre-dawn
vs August
-1° avg high
-2 rain days
Austin in August →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Austin in July?+
Pre-dawn. Heat builds fast after sunrise — the pre-dawn hour is the only reliably comfortable window.
What's the average temperature in Austin in July?+
Average high 95°F, average low 77°F.
How does July compare to surrounding months in Austin?+
Compared to June (avg high 91°F), July is warmer. Compared to August (avg high 96°F), July is cooler.
Does it rain often in Austin in July?+
Expect about 10 measurable rain days in July, on average.