What to Wear to Austin in the Winter

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Seasonal Guide: The 10 pieces you need to pack for a trip to Austin in the winter

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What to Wear to Austin in the Winter

We developed this Austin, Texas packing list is to help you decide what to pack for travel to Austin in the winter. To do this, we selected some of our favorite trends and fit them into a 10-piece travel wardrobe. This Austin travel wardrobe is one of our favorites! We worked incredibly hard to find unique pieces with cold-weather winter appeal that fit great with the laid-back Austin culture! Think trendy denim, edgy AF elements and classically cool pieces. And when combined, these make for a fabulous Austin winter travel wardrobe! Below, see what there is to do in Austin this winter.

What to Do in Austin in the Winter

While visiting Austin in the winter, be sure to check out some of the seasonal festivities that take place in and around the city. For a one-of-a-kind experience, plan to check out the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar that runs for 10 days and features the work of award-winning artists. And for those who like to experience long-standing traditions, the fun-filled Austin Trail of Lights is returning to Zilker Park for its 56th year! The annual event will feature over 70 displays, 90 holiday trees and 2 million lights. And for the margarita fans out there, El Alma serves up some tasty options in their rooftop deck.

For dinner, reserve a seat at Uchi for a sensational take on modern Japanese cuisine. And plan a lunch stop at Chuy’s for some of the best jalapeño ranch dip you will ever have in your life. Next, we highlight the winter weather in Austin, Texas and how to pack accordingly.

How to Pack for Austin, Texas in the Winter

Austin Winter Weather

Average high temperatures for Austin in the winter can range from the upper-50s to the low-60s depending on which month you arrive. While winter low average temperatures in Austin range from the upper-30s to the low-40s. The winter weather in Austin can be quite cold, so packing some cozy sweaters and a good jacket is necessary to beat the damp chill. A casual midi dress works well with the laidback Austin vibe and can easily layer over pants. Also, be sure to pack a comfortable pair of shoes for walking around the city. Below we have included a detailed monthly list of the the average high and low temperatures for Austin in the winter.

This average weather list was adapted from a Best Times to Visit Austin article by U.S. News & World Report.

Below we feature 10 pieces to help you create stylish, on-trend winter outfits for travel to Austin.

WHAT TO WEAR TO AUSTIN IN THE WINTER

AUSTIN PACKING GUIDE

THE 10 PIECES YOU NEED TO PACK FOR A TRIP TO AUSTIN IN THE WINTER

Midi Dress | Jeans | Jacket | Loafers | Sweater | Cropped Jeans | Scarf | Turtleneck | Crossbody | Sneakers

When selecting what to wear to Austin in the winter, your travel wardrobe should focus on warmth (yes, it does get cold in Texas), style and comfort. Austin is a super cool city with a sensational music and art scene. The winter is a much less crowded time to visit Austin with its cold, but still comfortable Texas temperatures. So whether you’re packing Austin outfits for December, January or February, refer to our Austin winter packing list with stylish pieces that will work great for your winter travels to the Live Music Capital of the World!