Salzburg Weather Forecast
Salzburg weather: 58°F, light showers. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Salzburg weather in December
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Climate in Salzburg 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 | 41° | 24° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 32° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 55° | 36° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 61° | 41° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 48° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 77° | 57° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 76° | 59° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 78° | 60° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 70° | 53° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 63° | 46° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 34° | 4,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 30° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Salzburg
Go in April, June 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Salzburg compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Salzburg.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Munich Airport | 70 mi | 51°F | about the same | 38 in |
| Munich | 72 mi | 51°F | about the same | 41 in |
| Zugspitze | 100 mi | 24°F | 60°F cooler | 55 in |
| Neuschwanstein Castle | 109 mi | 47°F | 36°F cooler | 54 in |
| Lake Bled | 111 mi | 53°F | +33°F warmer | 58 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Salzburg?
Salzburg is a city in Austria. Its coordinates are 47.8095, 13.055. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Salzburg right now?
It is currently 58°F (15°C) with light showers. Humidity is 97% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Salzburg?
April, June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Salzburg, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Salzburg in?
Salzburg observes Europe/Vienna (UTC+02:00). The local time is 3:55 PM.
How many people live in Salzburg?
Salzburg has a population of approximately 156.000.
What is the nearest airport to Salzburg?
The closest airports are Munich Airport (MUC), 70 mi away, Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 163 mi away and Vienna International Airport (VIE), 164 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Salzburg?
Popular options include Zugspitze, Neuschwanstein Castle, Lake Bled, Swiss National Park, Venice and its Lagoon and Charles Bridge.
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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 August 26, 2026 at 3:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
