Our verdict
The best time to visit Vienna is May-June
The very hottest temperatures in Vienna get to around 29℃ (85℉) in the height of summer. The weather at night in the winter can get down to temperatures as low as -8℃ (18℉).
The days are longest in Vienna in August, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. The wet season in Vienna falls around May, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in April instead.
Find out everything you need to know about when to visit Vienna below, including detailed information about the weather and tools to help you find the best prices and book your trip.
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Vienna seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Vienna as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Vienna 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 Vienna
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 Vienna 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.
Vienna 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 Vienna 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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Vienna in January
- Average temperature: -0℃ (31℉)
- Average high temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average low temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna 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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Vienna in February
- Average temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna 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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Vienna in March
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna 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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Vienna in April
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 67%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Vienna in May
- Average temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Vienna in June
- Average temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 44mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Vienna in July
- Average temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 65%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Vienna in August
- Average temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 26mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Vienna in September
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 69%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 32mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna in September, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
Vienna in October
- Average temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 26mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Vienna in November
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 26mm (1") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna 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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Vienna in December
- Average temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (31℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 29mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Vienna 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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