Austria Vienna Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Vienna is Good
October is Good for Vienna.
October is full autumn. Daytime 15°C, nighttime 6°C. Schönbrunn + Belvedere gardens at peak autumn color around October 15-25.
Long Night of Museums (first Saturday October) opens 100+ museums until 1 AM. Heuriger wine tavern season (wine harvest just-in) peaks October-November.
Travel score
Peak autumn + foliage + best-value month
October Weather at a Glance
Vienna in October averages 61°F / 16°C high and 43°F / 6°C low. 4 hours sunshine, 50mm rain, 9 rainy days. Peak foliage (2nd week to end of month) + crowds down 30% — year's #1 value month. Sunrise 7 AM, sunset 6 PM.
October Travel Advice
Light jacket + windbreaker + umbrella + scarf for nights. Viennale (late October to early November, Vienna International Film Festival) + October 26 Nationalfeiertag public holiday — museums + government buildings free + Heldenplatz military demonstration. Foliage Instagram top spots: Schönbrunn + Belvedere + Stadtpark.
Flying In from Overseas
Korea Hangeul Day + National Foundation Day + peak autumn — Seoul-VIE $800-1,270 (connections). Last week of October is the year's best value.
October Pricing Trends
Pre-off-season — 1st district 4-star $160-270/night. Ringstraße 5-star $310-660.
Vienna October Weather Stats
Avg High
15°C
Avg Low
6°C
Rainy Days
9
40mm total
Sunshine
4.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
Comfortable
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
14°C
Cold
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
14°C
Nighttime
5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak autumn color
- Long Night of Museums
- Heuriger wine harvest season
Cons
- DST ends — earlier sunsets
- Variable cold + warm days
- Tourist sites still busy
October Events & Festivals
- Long Night of Museums (first Saturday)
- DST ends last Sunday October
- Wine harvest Heuriger season
Vienna in October — Full Picture
October is full autumn. Daytime 15°C, nighttime 6°C. Schönbrunn + Belvedere gardens at peak autumn color around October 15-25.
Long Night of Museums (first Saturday October) opens 100+ museums until 1 AM. Heuriger wine tavern season (wine harvest just-in) peaks October-November.
DST ends last Sunday October — sunset jumps from 18:00 to 17:00.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Autumn jacket + wool sweater + scarf. Long pants + closed shoes. Waterproof jacket.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
16.7°C
5.3°C
11.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
26.3°C
14.3°C
12/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current15°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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Vienna?
Vienna in October is Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Vienna in October?
Vienna October averages a high of 15°C and a low of 6°C.
Does it rain much in Vienna in October?
Vienna October averages 40mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Vienna in October?
Autumn jacket + wool sweater + scarf. Long pants + closed shoes. Waterproof jacket.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Vienna in October?
Vienna October sunrise is 07:10 and sunset is 18:00, with 10h 50m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Vienna in October?
Vienna October air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Vienna in October?
In October, Vienna is great for Long Night of Museums, Heuriger wine taverns, Vienna State Opera.
Is October peak season in Vienna?
Vienna October 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.