Austria Salzburg Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Salzburg is high
October is high for Salzburg.
Most photogenic month for foliage. Alps + Hallstatt golden. Pre-winter prices. Eagle's Nest closes end-Oct.
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Salzburg October Weather Stats
Avg High
14°C
Avg Low
6°C
Rainy Days
9
60mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
moderate
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
13°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
13°C
Nighttime
5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak autumn foliage
- 14°C mild
- Hotel rates 30% off summer
- Smaller crowds
- Eagle's Nest still open
Cons
- Daylight dropping to 10h
- Lake swimming over
- Variable weather
October Events & Festivals
- National Day (Oct 26)
- Autumn foliage peak
Salzburg in October — Full Picture
Most photogenic month for foliage. Alps + Hallstatt golden. Pre-winter prices. Eagle's Nest closes end-Oct.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Autumn proper. Warm coat + sweater + boots.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
14°C
4.3°C
11.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
23.7°C
13.3°C
14.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current13.7°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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Salzburg October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Salzburg?
Salzburg in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Salzburg in October?
Salzburg October averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C.
Does it rain much in Salzburg in October?
Salzburg October averages 60mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Salzburg in October?
Autumn proper. Warm coat + sweater + boots.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Salzburg in October?
Salzburg October sunrise is 07:15 and sunset is 18:00, with 10h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Salzburg in October?
Salzburg October air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Salzburg in October?
In October, Salzburg is great for Autumn foliage hikes, Hallstatt golden colors, Eagle's Nest (until late Oct).
Is October peak season in Salzburg?
Salzburg October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.