Our verdict
The best time to visit Salzburg is May
During the warmer months, temperatures in Salzburg can rise to a maximum of 24℃ (75℉). The average low temperatures in winter float around -6℃ (22℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about -12℃ (11℉).
If you’re keen to work on your tan in Salzburg, you’re most likely get the longest days between sun-up and sun-down around July. May sees the most amount of rain in a month if you’re ok with chancing getting drenched, so if you’re looking to stay dry, visit in November instead.
Keep reading to find out more detailed information about the seasons and climate in Salzburg, as well as our favourite tools to help you find the best options for transport, accommodation, and much more.
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Salzburg seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Salzburg as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Salzburg is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Salzburg
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Salzburg for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Salzburg climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Salzburg for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Salzburg in January
- Average temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (22℉)
- Average humidity: 89%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 96mm (4") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Salzburg in February
- Average temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average high temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average low temperature: -6℃ (22℉)
- Average humidity: 89%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 70mm (3") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Salzburg in March
- Average temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 73mm (3") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Salzburg in April
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 48mm (2") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Salzburg in May
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 104mm (4") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Salzburg in June
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 77mm (3") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Salzburg in July
- Average temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 84mm (3") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in July, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Salzburg in August
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 82mm (3") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in August, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Salzburg in September
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 58mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Salzburg in October
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 70mm (3") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in October, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Salzburg in November
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average low temperature: 0℃ (33℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 30mm (1") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Salzburg in December
- Average temperature: -0℃ (31℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average low temperature: -3℃ (26℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 94mm (4") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salzburg in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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