Austin in March

SXSW takes over

The short answer

March is a reasonable month in Austin — with trade-offs.

Go during SXSW if the festival is the reason you're coming — otherwise, choose April.

6/10 overall12–22°CHigh crowds$$$ (High)

Weather7/10

Crowds3/10

Prices3/10

Events10/10

March in detail

What March actually feels like

Weather: 12–22°C; Mild to warm and generally pleasant
Crowds: High; SXSW brings huge crowds and transforms the city for two weeks
Prices: $$$ (High); High — hotels sell out and prices jump dramatically around SXSW

+Mild to warm weather and one of the world's biggest festivals.

–SXSW can completely change the city — packed hotels, higher prices and a very different Austin experience.

My tip for March

If you're coming for SXSW, book accommodation as early as possible. If you're not, shift to April.

How March compares

10th of 12 overall in Austin, 5th for weather, 12th for space, 12th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.

Plan around

SXSW: Austin becomes extremely busy. Hotels sell out quickly and prices can jump dramatically. Go during SXSW if the festival is the reason you're coming — otherwise, I'd choose April.

Not set on March?

One of the best periods in Austin — great weather without the peak summer heat.

Great weather, outdoor life and major events — one of Austin's best months.

Mild to warm weather and one of the world's biggest festivals.

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