Salzburg Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Salzburg. The annual average is 14°C high / 5°C low — hottest in July (25°C) and coldest in January (-4°C).
Salzburg Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Salzburg's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 14° / 5°
- Best time to visit
- September, May, June
- Hottest month
- July (25°C)
- Coldest month
- January (-4°C)
- Wettest month
- July (150mm)
- Driest month
- February (50mm)
As of 2026, Salzburg's weather averages 14°C high / 5°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is September, May, June. The hottest month is July (25°C), the coldest is January (-4°C), and the wettest is July (150mm).
Best Time to Visit Salzburg
Best shoulder month — Festival over, weather mild, autumn foliage in Alps. Ideal balance.
Peak spring + Whitsun Festival classical music. Mirabell gardens at their most photogenic.
Warm + green Alps but rainiest summer month. Hiking trails accessible. Pre-Festival peak.
Salzburg Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / -4° | 60mm | 10 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 4° / -3° | 50mm | 9 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 9° / 0° | 60mm | 10 | Quiet | Details → |
| April | 14° / 4° | 70mm | 11 | Moderate | Details → |
| May | 19° / 9° | 100mm | 13 | Busy | Details → |
| June | 22° / 12° | 130mm | 14 | Busy | Details → |
| July | 25° / 14° | 150mm | 15 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 24° / 14° | 130mm | 14 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 20° / 11° | 90mm | 11 | Busy | Details → |
| October | 14° / 6° | 60mm | 9 | Moderate | Details → |
| November | 7° / 1° | 70mm | 11 | Quiet | Details → |
| December | 3° / -2° | 60mm | 10 | Busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Salzburg by Season
Spring layers. Light jacket + sweater + umbrella.
Summer + variable. T-shirt + light layers + always rain jacket.
Autumn proper. Warm coat + sweater + boots.
Cold. Heavy coat + sweater + waterproof boots.
Salzburg Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Salzburg? +
For weather, September, May, June are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 20°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Salzburg? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 25°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of -4°C. The annual average is 14°C high / 5°C low.
When does it rain most in Salzburg? +
The wettest month is July (150mm over about 15 rainy days) and the driest is February (50mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 1030mm.
What should I pack for Salzburg? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 14/4°C — Spring layers. Light jacket + sweater + umbrella. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 24/13°C — Summer + variable. T-shirt + light layers + always rain jacket. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 14/6°C — Autumn proper. Warm coat + sweater + boots. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 3/-3°C — Cold. Heavy coat + sweater + waterproof boots.
What is the weather in Salzburg this month (June)? +
June averages 22°C high / 12°C low with 130mm rainfall over about 14 rainy days. Crowds are busy and prices are high.
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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.