Austria Salzburg Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Salzburg is high
April is high for Salzburg.
Spring blooms in Mirabell Gardens. Mountains still snow-capped. Shoulder season ideal.
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Salzburg April Weather Stats
Avg High
14°C
Avg Low
4°C
Rainy Days
11
70mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
13°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 14°C spring weather
- Mirabell tulip bloom
- Daylight 13.5h
- Snow-capped Alps backdrop
Cons
- Rain 11 days (rainiest spring month)
- Variable weather
April Events & Festivals
- Mirabell tulip bloom
- Easter (varies April)
Salzburg in April — Full Picture
Spring blooms in Mirabell Gardens. Mountains still snow-capped. Shoulder season ideal.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Spring layers. Light jacket + sweater + umbrella.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current14°C
4.3°C
11.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
23.7°C
13.3°C
14.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
6°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
3°C
-3°C
9.7/mo
Salzburg Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2° | -4° | 10d·60mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -3° | 9d·50mm | 3h | 75% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 9° | 0° | 10d·60mm | 4h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 4° | 11d·70mm | 5h | 65% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 9° | 13d·100mm | 6h | 65% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| 22° | 12° | 14d·130mm | 6h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| 25° | 14° | 15d·150mm | 7h | 65% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 24° | 14° | 14d·130mm | 7h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 20° | 11° | 11d·90mm | 5h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| 14° | 6° | 9d·60mm | 4h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 1° | 11d·70mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -2° | 10d·60mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Salzburg?
Salzburg in April is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Salzburg in April?
Salzburg April averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C.
Does it rain much in Salzburg in April?
Salzburg April averages 70mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Salzburg in April?
Spring layers. Light jacket + sweater + umbrella.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Salzburg in April?
Salzburg April sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 19:45, with 13h 15min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Salzburg in April?
Salzburg April air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Salzburg in April?
In April, Salzburg is great for Mirabell Gardens bloom, Hohensalzburg, Sound of Music tour.
Is April peak season in Salzburg?
Salzburg April crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.