Vienna experiences a classic continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm to hot, often reaching 27–30°C, while winters are cold, averaging around 0°C with occasional snow. Rainfall is moderate and spread throughout the year, with slightly wetter summers. The city enjoys plenty of sunshine in summer and shorter, cloudier days in winter.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
Background colours of the months:
The colour shows the typical temperature: yellow (hot), green (mild) and blue (cold). How strong the colour is shows the travel season: full colour means high season, soft colour means shoulder season and soft-striped means off season.
Weather symbols:
Each month has one symbol showing what the weather is typically like, such as hot and sunny, freezing or a rainy or snowy season. Use them to quickly spot months that match the weather you want, or to avoid the ones that don't.
Crowdedness:
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Additional notes:
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Vienna’s climate is shaped by its central European location, influenced by both Atlantic and continental weather systems. The city has four well-defined seasons. Summers (June to August) are warm to hot, with average highs of 25–27°C, and can occasionally see temperatures soar above 30°C. July is typically the warmest and sunniest month, offering up to 9 hours of sunshine per day. Summer also brings short, sometimes intense, thunderstorms, but rainfall is usually brief and followed by clear skies. Humidity is moderate, and evenings can be pleasantly cool.
Winters (December to February) are cold, with average highs around 2–4°C and frequent nights below freezing. Snow is possible, especially in January and February, but heavy accumulation is rare and usually short-lived. The city’s festive Christmas markets and cosy cafés add charm to the colder months. Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are transitional, featuring mild temperatures, blooming parks or colourful foliage, and fewer tourists. Rainfall is moderate year-round, peaking slightly in summer (especially June and July, with up to 80 mm per month) and lowest in late winter. Vienna receives about 1,900–2,000 hours of sunshine annually, with breezy conditions especially in spring and autumn (average wind speeds 12–18 km/h).
| Average climate data for Vienna, Austria | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 4 | 6 | 11 | 16 | 21 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 21 | 15 | 8 | 5 | 27 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -1 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 | -1 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 21 | 30 | 40 | 40 | 60 | 63 | 66 | 67 | 50 | 33 | 43 | 35 | 547 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 5 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 88 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 188 | 157 | 83 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 79 | 164 | 687 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Average UV index | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
The best time to visit Vienna is late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September). During these months, you’ll enjoy comfortable temperatures (18–25°C), plenty of sunshine, and a vibrant city atmosphere with blooming parks or wine festivals. These shoulder seasons also mean fewer crowds than peak summer, making sightseeing and cultural experiences more relaxed.
The least favourable time for travel is mid-winter, especially January and February. These months are cold, with highs around 2°C, frequent grey skies, and short daylight hours. Snow and rain are possible, and outdoor sightseeing is less appealing. However, December is festive with Christmas markets, while January and February are quieter and more budget-friendly.
Vienna has warm summers (up to 30°C), cold winters (often near or below 0°C), and mild spring and autumn seasons. Rain is moderate and possible any time, with July being the wettest month.
Snow is most likely from December to February, especially in January. Heavy snow is rare and usually melts quickly, but it can create beautiful winter scenes, especially during the festive season.
Vienna receives about 1,900–2,000 hours of sunshine annually. Summer months offer the most sun, with up to 9 hours per day, while winter months are much darker, with only 2–3 hours daily.
Summers are generally warm and pleasant, with highs of 25–27°C. Occasionally, heatwaves can push temperatures above 30°C, but nights tend to be cooler. Thunderstorms are common in summer, bringing brief heavy rain.
Pack layers for changing temperatures, a light jacket for cool evenings, an umbrella for rain, and comfortable shoes for walking. In winter, bring a warm coat, hat, gloves, and scarf for the cold and possible snow.
Yes, summer (June–August) is the peak tourist season, with larger crowds and higher prices. For a quieter experience, consider visiting in late spring or early autumn when the weather is still pleasant.
Vienna has several urban and riverside beaches, such as those along the Danube, which are popular in summer. While not seaside, these spots offer sunbathing, swimming, and a lively atmosphere during warm months.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is August (26.6 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (3.8 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 15.4 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is August (17.6 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is January (-0.7 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 8.3 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is August (67.1 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is January (21 mm). Over the whole year there are 546.9 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is June (9.4 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is January (5.4 days). Over the whole year there are 87.7 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is January (188.5 mm). The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 686.7 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 16 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 8 h). Over the whole year there are 11.8 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is July (Average sunshine: 8 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is December (Average sunshine: 1.1 h). Over the whole year there are 4.9 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June and July (UV index: 7). The months with the lowest average UV index are January, November and December (UV index: 1). Over the whole year the average UV index is 3.8.
