Best months
May, June, and September
Warmest month
July, 28°C
Wettest month
May, 91 mm
Vienna weather by month
Average daily high and low, total rainfall and days with at least 2.5 mm of rain.
| Month | High / low | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / -1°C | 47 mm · 6 days | Cold |
| February | 7°C / 0°C | 34 mm · 4 days | Cold |
| March | 12°C / 3°C | 47 mm · 5 days | Fair |
| April | 18°C / 7°C | 41 mm · 5 days | Good |
| May | 21°C / 11°C | 91 mm · 8 days | Great |
| June | 26°C / 15°C | 77 mm · 6 days | Great |
| July | 28°C / 17°C | 78 mm · 6 days | Fair |
| August | 27°C / 16°C | 76 mm · 6 days | Fair |
| September | 22°C / 13°C | 74 mm · 5 days | Great |
| October | 16°C / 8°C | 47 mm · 5 days | Good |
| November | 9°C / 4°C | 41 mm · 5 days | Cold |
| December | 5°C / 1°C | 44 mm · 5 days | Cold |
Vienna by season
Spring
Vienna blossoms spectacularly—cherry trees in parks, outdoor terraces reopening, and the city shaking off winter's formality. Easter markets and concerts mark the cultural awakening.
- + Gardens in bloom
- + Pleasant weather (12-18°C)
- + Easter markets
- − April showers
- − Some gardens still sparse early spring
Summer
Long days and outdoor festivals transform the city. Opera performances move to giant screens on the Rathausplatz, Danube beaches fill with swimmers, and Heurigen gardens are at their best.
- + Film Festival on Rathausplatz (free)
- + Long evenings
- + Danube swimming
- − Tourist crowds
- − Hot in the city (25-30°C+)
Autumn
Perhaps Vienna's most magical season. The musical season opens with world premieres, vineyards glow golden, new wine (Sturm) flows at Heurigen, and the parks turn spectacular colors.
- + Opera/concert season opens
- + Wine harvest celebrations
- + Beautiful fall colors
- − Weather increasingly gray
- − Shorter days
Winter
Vienna transforms into a winter wonderland. Christmas markets fill every square, the balls season brings waltzing to palaces, and concert halls offer refuge from the cold.
- + Magical Christmas markets
- + Ball season (Jan-Feb)
- + Skiing day trips possible
- − Cold and gray (0-5°C)
- − Short days
Vienna month by month
Vienna in January
ColdIn January, Vienna averages highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C, with about 6 rainy days and 47 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
Vienna in February
ColdIn February, Vienna averages highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C, with about 4 rainy days and 34 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
Vienna in March
FairIn March, Vienna averages highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C, with about 5 rainy days and 47 mm of rain. Expect mixed weather, with comfortable spells.
Vienna in April
GoodIn April, Vienna averages highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C, with about 5 rainy days and 41 mm of rain. It is a good month to visit.
Vienna in May
GreatIn May, Vienna averages highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C, with about 8 rainy days and 91 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Vienna in June
GreatIn June, Vienna averages highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C, with about 6 rainy days and 77 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Vienna in July
FairIn July, Vienna averages highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C, with about 6 rainy days and 78 mm of rain. Expect mixed weather, with comfortable spells.
Vienna in August
FairIn August, Vienna averages highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C, with about 6 rainy days and 76 mm of rain. Expect mixed weather, with comfortable spells.
Vienna in September
GreatIn September, Vienna averages highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C, with about 5 rainy days and 74 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Vienna in October
GoodIn October, Vienna averages highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C, with about 5 rainy days and 47 mm of rain. It is a good month to visit.
Vienna in November
ColdIn November, Vienna averages highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C, with about 5 rainy days and 41 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
Vienna in December
ColdIn December, Vienna averages highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C, with about 5 rainy days and 44 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
Top tours and experiences in Vienna
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Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour
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Best time to visit Vienna: FAQ
What is the best month to visit Vienna?+
September is the most comfortable month on average, with highs of 22°C. May and June are close behind.
What is the rainiest month in Vienna?+
May is the wettest month, with about 91 mm of rain.
How hot does Vienna get?+
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. The coldest nights come in January, averaging -1°C.
Averages for 2006–2025 from the WIEN weather station (3 km from the centre), NOAA Global Historical Climatology Network. Verdicts rate sightseeing comfort from daytime highs and rainy days.