Austria Weather
🇦🇹 3 cities covered · Europe
· oceanic, humid subtropical climates
Warmest city
Vienna
Coolest city
Salzburg
Sunniest city
Innsbruck
Best time to visit
June to October
Weather in Austria at a glance
Weather in Austria spans 2 distinct climate types, from oceanic to humid subtropical across the 3 cities we cover. Vienna is typically the warmest spot, averaging 53°F (12°C) across the year, while Salzburg runs coolest at 50°F (10°C).
Quick facts
- Warmest city: Vienna - annual average 53°
- Coolest city: Salzburg - annual average 50°
- Sunniest city: Innsbruck (8.5 h sun/day)
- Best time to visit: June to October
- Climate types: oceanic, humid subtropical
The bigger picture
For sunshine, Innsbruck leads with about 8.5 hours of sun per day on average. Salzburg is the wettest of the covered cities, collecting roughly 1533 mm (60.4 inches) of precipitation a year, and Innsbruck sees the most snow, around 59 snowy days annually. Averaged across the country's covered cities, June to October brings the most comfortable mix of temperature, dry days and daylight.
Live weather across Austria today
Austria cities compared
Austria weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41° | 27° | 14 | 5.0 h/day |
| February | 46° | 30° | 11 | 6.5 h/day |
| March | 52° | 35° | 12 | 8.1 h/day |
| April | 59° | 40° | 13 | 9.6 h/day |
| May | 66° | 49° | 18 | 9.7 h/day |
| June | 76° | 57° | 16 | 11.8 h/day |
| July | 78° | 60° | 15 | 11.8 h/day |
| August | 78° | 60° | 13 | 10.8 h/day |
| September | 70° | 53° | 12 | 9.0 h/day |
| October | 62° | 46° | 12 | 7.2 h/day |
| November | 50° | 36° | 11 | 5.6 h/day |
| December | 43° | 30° | 13 | 4.7 h/day |
Austria weather FAQs
What is the warmest city in Austria?
Among the cities we cover, Vienna is the warmest, averaging 53°F (12°C) across the year. Its hottest month is July, with highs near 81°F (27°C).
What is the coldest city in Austria?
Salzburg runs coldest, averaging 50°F (10°C) for the year; January lows average 26°F (-4°C).
What is the sunniest city in Austria?
Innsbruck, with about 8.5 hours of sunshine per day averaged across the year.
When is the best time to visit Austria?
Averaged across the covered cities, June to October offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Austria?
Yes - 3 of the 3 covered cities see regular snowfall. Innsbruck gets the most, about 59 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Austria like?
The covered cities fall under oceanic, humid subtropical climates. That means mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall.