I live in Mill Valley. I like it because it is nice and cool!
But Austin Texas is definitely a place I would love to visit for the music. Jimmy Gilmore, Lucinda Williams, Eliza Gylikson and all the rest - Lucky to be there - I here the most progressive town in Texas.
Couldn't live there though - I think it would be too hot for my taste. But I know what you mean about cold hands and feet.