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Texas weather is a main reason so many people choose to live here. It can be characterized by plenty of sun, mild winters and very little rain. Summers can be intense, but hanging poolside or lakeside is an easy remedy. With winter lows averaging in the 40s and summer highs of 95 (usually), Texas exhibits a pretty healthy sway in temperature.

Austin is no different, and the yearlong fair weather inspires many to take part in active, outdoor lifestyles. At any given time you'll see kayakers on Town Lake, people hiking, biking or rock climbing along the Greenbelt, boaters on Lake Travis or Frisbee golf players at Zilker Park. Normal weather is warm and sunny, making Austin's unique outdoor attractions an inviting way to spend your afternoons.

There's a saying in Austin; “If you don't like the weather, wait 5 minutes.” Storms and cold weather are rare, and when they occur they usually don't last. In winter, it can be 40 degrees one day and 75 the next. Come experience the warm, inviting atmosphere that makes Austin, Texas such an appealing place to live.