Austria Vienna Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Vienna is Excellent
July is Excellent for Vienna.
July is peak summer. Daytime 27°C, nighttime 15°C, occasional heat waves 32-38°C.
Vienna State Opera summer break — no performances July-August. Outdoor film festival on Rathausplatz (free, mid-July to early September) screens classical concerts + operas + films.
Travel score
Summer + heat + Vienna State Opera closure + Salzburg
July Weather at a Glance
Vienna in July averages 81°F / 27°C high and 61°F / 16°C low. 8.5 hours sunshine, 75mm rain, 11 rainy days. Heat starts + Vienna State Opera summer closure (July through late August). Sunrise 5:15 AM, sunset 8:50 PM.
July Travel Advice
T-shirt + shorts + SPF 30+ sunscreen + light jacket nightly. Hotel AC confirmation essential. Jazz Fest Wien (all month, top jazz) + Salzburg Festival (late July to late August, Salzburg, train 2.5h) + ImpulsTanz (all month, contemporary dance).
Flying In from Overseas
Asia summer holiday peak — Seoul-VIE $1,140-1,670 (connections). Third week July to first week August biggest spike.
July Pricing Trends
Peak — 1st district 4-star $230-390/night. Ringstraße 5-star $440-905.
Vienna July Weather Stats
Avg High
27°C
Avg Low
15°C
Rainy Days
13
80mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
Comfortable
UV Index
6
High
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
20°C
Cool
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
July 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 July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free Rathausplatz film festival
- Long daylight
- Outdoor everything
Cons
- Yearly-peak prices + crowds
- Opera closed
- Heat waves uncomfortable without AC
July Events & Festivals
- Vienna State Opera summer break
- Film Festival on Rathausplatz
- Tourist numbers peak
Vienna in July — Full Picture
July is peak summer. Daytime 27°C, nighttime 15°C, occasional heat waves 32-38°C.
Vienna State Opera summer break — no performances July-August. Outdoor film festival on Rathausplatz (free, mid-July to early September) screens classical concerts + operas + films.
Heat waves require AC-equipped hotels.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts + shorts. AC in hotel becomes critical for heat waves.
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 July Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is July a good time to visit Vienna?
Vienna in July is Excellent. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Vienna in July?
Vienna July averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C.
Does it rain much in Vienna in July?
Vienna July averages 80mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Vienna in July?
T-shirts + shorts. AC in hotel becomes critical for heat waves.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Vienna in July?
Vienna July sunrise is 05:10 and sunset is 20:55, with 15h 45m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Vienna in July?
Vienna July air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Vienna in July?
In July, Vienna is great for Rathausplatz outdoor film festival, Schönbrunn, Day trips (Salzburg).
Is July peak season in Vienna?
Vienna July crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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