Austria Vienna Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Vienna is Excellent
August is Excellent for Vienna.
August is similar to July — 27°C, peak crowds, peak prices.
Salzburg Festival (late July-August) is the canonical Austrian summer cultural event — day trip from Vienna or overnight. Some Vienna local restaurants close 2-3 weeks for summer holiday.
Travel score
Peak summer + Korean Liberation Day + Salzburg Festival
August Weather at a Glance
Vienna in August averages 81°F / 27°C high and 61°F / 16°C low — similar to July + higher humidity. 8 hours sunshine, 70mm rain, 10 rainy days. Sunrise 5:55 AM, sunset 8:15 PM.
August Travel Advice
T-shirt + shorts + SPF 30+ + light jacket nights. Salzburg Festival (Salzburg, all August, train 2.5h) + Musikfestspielen (mid-August, free concerts in Schloss Schönbrunn gardens) + August 15 Maria Himmelfahrt public holiday.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Liberation Day 5-day + last summer-vacation window — Seoul-VIE $1,200-1,740 (connections). Aug 15 week biggest spike.
August Pricing Trends
Peak — 1st district 4-star $230-390/night. Ringstraße 5-star $440-905.
Vienna August Weather Stats
Avg High
27°C
Avg Low
15°C
Rainy Days
11
70mm total
Sunshine
7.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
Comfortable
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
21°C
Cool
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
27°C
Nighttime
14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Salzburg Festival accessible
- Warm weather
- Long daylight
Cons
- Yearly-peak prices + crowds
- Some local restaurants closed
- Opera still closed
August Events & Festivals
- Salzburg Festival (overnight day trip)
- Some local restaurants closed
- Hotel rates remain at peak
Vienna in August — Full Picture
August is similar to July — 27°C, peak crowds, peak prices.
Salzburg Festival (late July-August) is the canonical Austrian summer cultural event — day trip from Vienna or overnight. Some Vienna local restaurants close 2-3 weeks for summer holiday.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as July — T-shirts + shorts + light cardigan + sunglasses.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
16.7°C
5.3°C
11.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current26.3°C
14.3°C
12/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
15°C
6.7°C
10/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
4°C
-2°C
12.7/mo
Vienna Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -3° | 14d·38mm | 2h | 78% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 5° | -2° | 12d·33mm | 3h | 73% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 1° | 11d·39mm | 4.5h | 64% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 17° | 5° | 11d·47mm | 6h | 60% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 10° | 12d·65mm | 7.5h | 58% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 13° | 12d·70mm | 7.5h | 60% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 27° | 15° | 13d·80mm | 8h | 60% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 27° | 15° | 11d·70mm | 7.5h | 60% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 22° | 11° | 10d·50mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 15° | 6° | 9d·40mm | 4.5h | 73% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 3° | 11d·50mm | 2h | 78% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -1° | 12d·45mm | 1.5h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Vienna August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Vienna?
Vienna in August is Excellent. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Vienna in August?
Vienna August averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C.
Does it rain much in Vienna in August?
Vienna August averages 70mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Vienna in August?
Same as July — T-shirts + shorts + light cardigan + sunglasses.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Vienna in August?
Vienna August sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 20:10, with 14h 20m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Vienna in August?
Vienna August air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Vienna in August?
In August, Vienna is great for Salzburg Festival overnight, Rathausplatz film festival, Prater.
Is August peak season in Vienna?
Vienna August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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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.