Austin’s 2024 weather set a new record when temperatures spiked to 109° on Aug. 21, while the coldest days in January hit 16° on both Jan. 15 and Jan. 17.
Temperatures
The 2024 high of 109° on Aug. 21 stands out among the year’s temperature extremes. In contrast, the lowest temperatures recorded were 16° on Jan. 15 and Jan. 17. For 2025, KXAN has produced daily high-temperature charts and a comparison of each day’s heat to the long-term average, using color coding to indicate hotter (red) or colder (blue) days.
The data also tracks record-setting days. In 2024, Camp Mabry logged 17 new record-high temperatures and 16 record-warm low temperatures. That year also saw 32 days of triple-digit heat, while the all-time record for days at or above 100° was set in 2011 with 90 such days.
An additional chart displays the average temperature for each month, incorporating both highs and lows, with a visual toggle to compare monthly averages to the norm.
Rainfall
Camp Mabry received 28.25″ of rainfall in 2024, while the local airport tallied 30.24″. KXAN has prepared monthly rainfall totals for 2025 and a comparison to historical averages.
Lake Levels
Lake Travis began 2025 at 43.9% full, and Lake Buchanan started the year at 61.4% full. Charts illustrate how the water levels have fluctuated throughout the year.
Severe Weather
Central Texas routinely experiences severe weather. KXAN tracks the number of warnings issued across its 15-county viewing area for 2025.
Key Takeaways
- Austin’s 2024 record high was 109° on Aug. 21.
- 32 triple-digit heat days occurred in 2024.
- Camp Mabry logged 17 record-highs and 16 record-warm lows in 2024.
The KXAN Data Hub continues to update its weather stories as new data becomes available, offering residents a clear view of Texas climate trends.
For the latest forecast, visit the KXAN First Warning Weather team’s page.
