Weather in Vienna
What's the weather like in Vienna?
Vienna has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 3°C (37°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in July, with overnight lows around -2°C (28°F) and 16°C (61°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Vienna are May through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇦🇹 Austria
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Vienna
- Coordinates
- 48.208, 16.374
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 28°F | 30 mm | 9 | 5 |
| February | 5°C / 41°F | -1°C / 30°F | 30 mm | 8 | 4 |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | 2°C / 36°F | 40 mm | 9 | 1 |
| April | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 43°F | 45 mm | 9 | 0 |
| May | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 60 mm | 10 | 0 |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 70 mm | 11 | 0 |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 70 mm | 10 | 0 |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 65 mm | 9 | 0 |
| September | 21°C / 70°F | 12°C / 54°F | 55 mm | 9 | 0 |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 45°F | 45 mm | 9 | 0 |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 3°C / 37°F | 45 mm | 10 | 1 |
| December | 4°C / 39°F | 0°C / 32°F | 40 mm | 10 | 4 |
Vienna by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Vienna?
The most comfortable months in Vienna are usually May, June, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Vienna?
July is typically the hottest month in Vienna, averaging a high of 26°C (79°F).
What is the coldest month in Vienna?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -2°C (28°F).
Does it snow in Vienna?
Yes — Vienna sees some snow, mainly around January (about 5 snow days). Most other months stay snow-free.
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