January 8 is generally a great time to visit Austin. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Austin this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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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 January 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.3°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Austin in January
Based on historical data for January 8, Austin typically experiences temperatures between 5.2°C and 15.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% 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
15.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
49%
Overcast
Pressure
1021.3 hPa
Medium volatility
Austin Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.4°C
Dry air
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
70/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~264
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Austin
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:29
☀️ Noon
12:38
🌇 Sunset
17:47
⏱️ Daylight
10h 18m
Wind Speed
20.9 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
6.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
68%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Austin
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
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 January 8 averages 15.3°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."
— 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
January 11
15.9°C • 11% rain
Score
90
January 9
15.7°C • 14% rain
Score
89
January 10
16°C • 13% rain
Score
88
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📍 Is Austin Worth Visiting on January 8?
Planning a trip to Austin on January 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 15.3°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 264 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.9°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to -4.6°C in 2017.