Best Time to Visit Austria
Best time to visit Austria: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Austria
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Austria month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38° | 28° | 1,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 35° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 56° | 39° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 63° | 46° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 52° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 81° | 62° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 82° | 64° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 64° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 73° | 56° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 62° | 47° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 48° | 37° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 42° | 33° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Austria compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Austria.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slovakia | 34 mi | 54°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Budapest | 133 mi | 55°F | +33°F warmer | 24 in |
| Hungary | 133 mi | 55°F | +33°F warmer | 24 in |
| Danube River | 133 mi | 55°F | +33°F warmer | 24 in |
| Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport | 144 mi | 55°F | about the same | 22 in |
Best time to visit each city in Austria
2 cities mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 38 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Austria is a country in Europe. Austria is a country in Europe with its capital at Vienna. It has a population of about 9.1 million. The capital is Vienna.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Austria with partly cloudy. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 67°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 68%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Austria is May, June, July and August. The climate is continental. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 28°F.
The closest major airport is Vienna International Airport (VIE), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Danube River, Historic Centre of Prague, Charles Bridge and Lake Bled.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is 2.9°F above the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Austria today at 9.7/10. Gusts to 38 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Austria right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:24 AM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 79° / 64°
Overcast · 15% rain · wind 17 mph
☁️ 77° / 61°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
Things to do in Austria
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Austria.
Quick facts about Austria
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 48°12′29.5″N 16°22′25.7″E (48.2082, 16.3738) |
| Capital | Vienna |
| Population | 9.100.000 |
| Area | 32.386 sq mi |
| ISO code | AT |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | AUT |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | German |
| Calling code | +43 |
| Time zone | Europe/Vienna |
| Local time | 9:24 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Austria?
Austria is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 48.2082, 16.3738. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Austria right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 85% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Austria?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Austria, which has a continental climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Austria in?
Austria observes Europe/Vienna (UTC+02:00). The local time is 9:24 AM.
How many people live in Austria?
Austria has a population of approximately 9.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Austria?
The closest airports are Vienna International Airport (VIE), 11 mi away, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD), 144 mi away and Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), 162 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Austria?
Popular options include Danube River, Historic Centre of Prague, Charles Bridge, Lake Bled, Plitvice Lakes National Park and Plitvice Lakes National Park.
What places are in Austria?
Austria covers 2 places in this atlas, including Salzburg and Vienna.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 9:24 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
