What to do in February in Austin, Texas – 2026

Austin is the capital city of the U.S. state of Texas and it is the 11th-most populous city in the United States. Residents of Austin are known as Austinites. Austin is northwest of Houston, south of Dallas and northeast of San Antonio.

Before we have a look at what you can do in Austin, let's first look at the weather you can expect in February.

Contents

1 February weather in Austin Texas
2 Things to see and do in Austin
3 Shopping in Austin
4 Activities in Austin
5 Restaurants in Austin
6 More things to see in Austin
7 More information about Austin Texas
8 What to do in Austin Texas in other months
9 Weather in Austin Texas for each month

February weather in Austin Texas

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in February in Austin Texas, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if February is comfortable or humid

Generally, February in Austin Texas will be slightly on the colder side. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 68°F / 20°C. During this month the air is quite dry. During the night, it will cool down to around 44°F / 7°C.

Austin Texas has rainy days in February. You can expect around 9 rainy days, with on average 1.5 inches / 37 mm of rain during the whole month.

Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for February 2026 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.

Things to see and do in Austin

Austin has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.

Wonderspaces

OtherThroughout the Year

Wonderspaces uses mirrors and lights to help trigger your imagination.

See details here.

Congress Bridge

Nature/Wild LifeThroughout the Year

There are 1.5 million bats flying at dusk at Congress Bridge every single day.

Devil's Cove

LandmarkThroughout the Year

Devil's Cove is a scenic place with splashing water and greenery.

Austin Duck Adventures

Trip/Tour/ExcursionThroughout the Year

Austin Duck Adventures is a boat tour that runs the whole week.

Get details here.

The Escape Game

OtherThroughout the Year

At The Escape Game, you can play five games making you feel like Sherlock Holmes.

See details here

Washington's Birthday

Event/FestivalFeb

George Washington's Birthday is celebrated from mid-January to the end of February each year. Each year hundreds of people attend this event making it the nation's biggest celebration. People throw parties and go to dances.

Texas State Tubes

Trip/Tour/ExcursionThroughout the Year

Texas State Tubes are great for floating on the rivers.

See details here

Shopping in Austin

There are a number of gift shops available where you can find the perfect souvenir to take home with you. Explore Austin's shopping destinations and treat yourself to handcrafted jewelry designed by a local artist or shop at one of the city's malls, where you can buy anything you want.

Barton Creek Square - 2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746
Capital Plaza - 5600 North Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX 78723
2nd Street District - 214 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78701

Activities in Austin

Dancing

Go dancing at Broken Spoken in old fashioned style.

Day trips to other cities

There are many interesting places to visit outside Austin. You can visit the nearby preserves as well.

The Vortex

Visit this place to enjoy theatrical productions and operas.

Helicopter tours

Catch a helicopter tour of the city of Austin.

Golf

Play golf at one of the most exquisite golf courses, Grey Rock Golf Club. It has 18-course grounds boasting over 160 acres.

ACL live tour

Tour the home of the Austin City Limits Television show.

Walk around the city

The best way to explore Austin is on foot. It is so rich in history and nature that you would not want to miss out on anything.

Concerts

Attend concerts as Austin is known for its music. You will discover a lot of music festivals.

Festivals

Explore and engage in festivals like the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar in Austin that happens in the winter.

Yoga Retreats

Enroll in any top-class fitness and yoga retreat in Austin, to help you stay healthy.

Historic Austin Tours

Enjoy Austin's free Historic Austin Tour series through the Otocast app. You can be your sled guide.

Restaurants in Austin

Austin's restaurants are a feast for the mind and the palate. Austin has a large number of places serving Texas Barbeque and Tex-Mex but this city has dining options ranging from casual to upscale.

Stubb's Bar-B-Q
El Alma
Franklin Barbecue
Güero's Taco Bar

More things to see in Austin

Susanna Dickinson Museum

This museum is the one-time home of the "Messenger of the Alamo," popularly known as Susanna Dickinson Hannig, a survivor of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, who carried the news of its fall to General Sam Houston. Her eyewitness account of the battle remains a benchmark for historians.

Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve

Walking into the Historic Mayfield Park is like stepping into a tranquil oasis. Lush gardens, towering palm trees, and brilliant peacocks surround lily and koi fish-filled ponds. There are 21 acres of scenic hiking trails teeming with wildlife that surround the estate.

Zilker Botanical Gardens

Tucked away on 26 acres of Austin's Zilker Metropolitan Park, the Zilker Botanical Garden is a lush sanctuary of koi-filled ponds, live oaks and prickly cactuses of all shapes and sizes. It is composed of multiple themed gardens including the Taniguchi Japanese Garden.

LBJ Presidential Library

Since the Library was dedicated over 40 years ago, with Presidents Johnson and Nixon in attendance, it has served as an incomparable venue for memorable events with Presidents, First Ladies, and foreign Heads of state, amongst other dignitaries and celebrities.

Blanton Museum of Arts

It is one of the foremost university art museums in the country and holds the largest public collection in Central Texas. It is recognized for its modern and contemporary American and Latin American art, Italian Renaissance and Baroque paintings, an encyclopedic collection of prints and drawings, and Ellsworth Kelly's Austin.