February 8 is generally a great time to visit Austin. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. Austin is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Austin
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Austin Weather Forecast for February 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.2°C. 18% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Austin in February
Based on historical data for February 8, Austin typically experiences temperatures between 7.7°C and 18.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Austin
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
18%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.5 hPa
Medium volatility
Austin Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
❓ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 50 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 75 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 125 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.9°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Busy
71/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~269
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Austin
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:18
☀️ Noon
12:46
🌇 Sunset
18:14
⏱️ Daylight
10h 56m
Wind Speed
20.6 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
6.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Austin
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Austin on February 8 averages 18.2°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Austin Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
February 6
18°C • 11% rain
Score
95
February 7
18.2°C • 13% rain
Score
95
February 5
17.6°C • 14% rain
Score
94
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Austin Worth Visiting on February 8?
Planning a trip to Austin on February 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18.2°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 269 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest February 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.2°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -0.8°C in 2022.