Best Time to Visit Vienna
Best time to visit Vienna: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Vienna
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 Vienna 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 | 85° | 65° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 73° | 56° | 4,0 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 Vienna compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Vienna.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slovakia | 34 mi | 54°F | about the same | 23 in |
| Hungary | 133 mi | 55°F | +33°F warmer | 22 in |
| Danube River | 133 mi | 55°F | +33°F warmer | 22 in |
| Budapest | 133 mi | 55°F | +33°F warmer | 22 in |
| Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport | 144 mi | 55°F | about the same | 21 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Vienna
1 airports mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Vienna is a city in Austria. Vienna is known for Imperial palaces, coffee houses and opera. It has a population of about 2 million.
Right now it is 44°F (7°C) in Vienna with clear. It feels like 41°F. Today runs from 39°F to 55°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Vienna 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 85°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 cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 55°F is 6.3°F below the 62°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Vienna today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Vienna right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:27 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 51° / 44°
Light rain · 31% rain · wind 9 mph
☁️ 51° / 40°
Overcast · 22% rain · wind 10 mph
Things to do in Vienna
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Vienna.
Quick facts about Vienna
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Vienna?
Vienna is a city in Austria. Its coordinates are 48.2082, 16.3738. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Vienna right now?
It is currently 44°F (7°C) with clear. Humidity is 83% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Vienna?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Vienna, which has a continental climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Vienna in?
Vienna observes Europe/Vienna (UTC+01:00). The local time is 1:27 AM.
How many people live in Vienna?
Vienna has a population of approximately 2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Vienna?
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 Vienna?
Popular options include Danube River, Historic Centre of Prague, Charles Bridge, Lake Bled, Plitvice Lakes National Park and Plitvice Lakes.
What places are in Vienna?
Vienna covers 1 places in this atlas, including Vienna International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 October 27, 2026 at 1:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
