Austin in November: weather, events and what to know
Austin in November averages 72 degrees by day and 51 at night, with the clocks falling back on November 1. The bat colony thins as most head for Mexico, festival season is over, and patios belong to whoever shows up. Come early in the month for calm; Thanksgiving week fills up.
November at a glance
- Average high 72F, average low 51F (1991-2020 normals, Camp Mabry)
- Rain around 2.9 inches across roughly 7 days
- Daylight about 10 hours 45 minutes and shrinking; sunset near 5:40pm after the clocks change
- Crowd level: Medium (pleasant weather plus Thanksgiving week)
- Hotel pressure around Thanksgiving Wednesday through Sunday
- Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 26
Weather in Austin in November and what to pack
November is one of Austin’s mildest months. Highs average 72 degrees and lows 51, starting the month in the upper 70s and sliding to the upper 60s by the 30th. About 19 days top 70 and roughly 7 reach the 80s; 90 turns up about once a decade.
Rain averages 2.9 inches over roughly 7 days, usually in passing fronts rather than washouts. Frost is rare before December; the thermometer dips to 40 or below on about 5 nights, and only some years get cold enough for frost.
Pack short sleeves for afternoons, a fleece or light jacket for mornings and evenings, long pants, and a rain shell. Mornings near the airport can run colder than the official city readings, so add a warmer layer for early starts. Swim gear only matters if Barton Springs is on the plan.
Top events in Austin in November 2026
5 eventsCrowds, prices and what to book ahead
November runs Medium. Pleasant weather pulls weekend visitors, and the Thanksgiving stretch from Wednesday through Sunday fills hotels and the airport. Early November weekdays are the calmest window of the fall. Book Thanksgiving dinner directly with the restaurant, since holiday hours and menus vary by venue. Book downtown hotels early for November 13-15 around the Texas Book Festival. Thanksgiving morning brings the Turkey Trot 5-miler at the Long Center. Best days are Tuesday through Thursday in the first three weeks. Worst are the Wednesday before Thanksgiving through Sunday, when flights, hotels, and downtown parking all tighten.
What changes in Austin in November
Daylight saving ends at 2am on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Sunset moves from about 6:40pm on October 31 to about 5:40pm on November 1, so plan trail walks and lake time for the afternoon.
Most of the Congress Bridge bats migrate to Mexico in October and November, while up to 100,000 overwinter under the bridge. Expect a smaller flight than in summer.
Swimming season winds down. Barton Springs stays open and cold year round, but the air no longer cooperates. Short sleeves by day, jacket by dark.
Hamilton Pool Preserve still requires reservations. Book the Travis County slot ahead, as in summer.
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Expect Wednesday through Sunday to fill hotels and the airport.
Best things to do in November
5 picksCatch the Congress Bridge bats before the colony thins, arriving before the 5:40pm sunset.
Spend a Saturday on South Congress: Allen's Boots, lunch, and people-watching without summer heat.
Catch a set at Continental Club or Antone's. Indoor rooms hit their stride as nights cool.
Day-trip to Hamilton Pool Preserve with a reservation, paired with Pedernales Falls.
Questions
6 answersIs Austin worth visiting in November?
Yes. Highs average 72 degrees and cool nights settle near 51, with thinner crowds than October festival season.
What is the weather like in Austin in November?
Highs average 72 degrees and lows 51, falling from the upper 70s to the upper 60s over the month. Rain averages 2.9 inches over roughly 7 days.
What should I wear in Austin in November?
Jeans, a light sweater, and a jacket for evenings near the 40s. Pack a rain shell and swim gear only if Barton Springs is on the plan.
What festivals and big shows are in Austin in November?
The Texas Book Festival runs November 14-15 on the Capitol grounds, and the Turkey Trot 5-miler starts at the Long Center on Thanksgiving morning, November 26. The biggest verified ticketed nights are Doja Cat at Moody Center on November 3 and Knocked Loose with Denzel Curry at Moody Amphitheater on November 5.
Is November a good time to visit Austin?
Yes for walking, patios, and day trips, because temperatures are mild and frost is rare before December. Plan evenings around the early sunset and the thinner bat flights.
When does daylight saving time end in Austin in November?
Clocks fall back one hour at 2am on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Sunset moves earlier the same day, from about 6:40pm to about 5:40pm.