Experience the charm of Vienna, where Baroque architecture and classical music intertwine with a mild continental climate. The best time to visit Vienna is from May to September, when temperatures range between 15°C (59°F) and 25°C (77°F). Interestingly, Vienna receives less annual rainfall than London, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss a bike ride along the Danube Canal, perfect for capturing the city's beauty under the warm Viennese sun or beneath the twinkling stars of its legendary coffeehouses.
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Vienna Climate & Weather Averages
What is the weather really like in Vienna? Over 2015–2024, July was the hottest month with highs around 27°C, January the coolest at about 4°C, and September brought the most rain. The full month-by-month picture is in the table below.
Vienna lives through a true four-season year with a wide continental swing: July afternoons average 27°C, while January days often stay near 4°C and nights sink to about -2°C. Snow is a regular part of winter — around 24 days with snowfall in an average year, concentrated between November and April.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainfall | Sunshine (h/day) | Wind (km/h) | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4° | -2° | 41 mm | 4.5 | 23 | 9 |
| Feb | 8° | 1° | 36 mm | 6.4 | 23 | 4 |
| Mar | 11° | 2° | 31 mm | 8.2 | 22 | 3 |
| Apr | 16° | 6° | 50 mm | 9.8 | 22 | 1 |
| May | 20° | 11° | 78 mm | 10.4 | 21 | — |
| Jun | 25° | 16° | 69 mm | 12.6 | 19 | — |
| Jul | 27° | 17° | 60 mm | 12.4 | 20 | — |
| Aug | 27° | 17° | 61 mm | 11.4 | 18 | — |
| Sep | 22° | 13° | 84 mm | 9.2 | 19 | — |
| Oct | 16° | 8° | 56 mm | 7 | 21 | — |
| Nov | 9° | 3° | 44 mm | 5.1 | 20 | 3 |
| Dec | 5° | 0° | 46 mm | 4.3 | 22 | 5 |
A warming climate: Vienna's warmest month (July) has warmed from an average high of 25°C in the 1950s to 27°C today — a shift of +2.2°C over roughly seventy years.
Sunshine is most generous in June, averaging about 12.6 hours a day, and thinnest in December at roughly 4.3 hours. The breeziest stretch of the year comes around February, when daily winds typically peak near 23 km/h.
Best time to visit: June–August offers the most comfortable conditions, with daytime highs around 26°C. Pack strictly by season: summer calls for light layers, winter for a serious coat, hat, and gloves. For the coldest spell around January, bring warmer layers.
Vienna weather — frequently asked questions
Does it snow in Vienna?
Yes. Vienna averages about 24 days with snowfall per year, falling mostly between November and April.
How cold are winters in Vienna?
January is the coldest month in Vienna: daytime highs average just 4°C and nights drop to around -2°C.
What is the sunniest month in Vienna?
June, with roughly 12.6 hours of sunshine a day on average over 2015–2024. The dimmest month is December, at about 4.3 hours.
When is the best time to visit Vienna?
Weather-wise, June–August is the sweet spot in Vienna: average daytime highs around 26°C with less rain than the September peak. Data from 2015–2024.
What is the rainiest month in Vienna?
September is on average the wettest month in Vienna, with about 84 mm of rainfall. The driest month is typically March, at around 31 mm.
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 archive. Averages computed from daily records.