Vienna Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Vienna. The annual average is 16°C high / 6°C low — hottest in July (27°C) and coldest in January (-3°C).
Vienna Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Vienna's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 16° / 6°
- Best time to visit
- June, April, May
- Hottest month
- July (27°C)
- Coldest month
- January (-3°C)
- Wettest month
- July (80mm)
- Driest month
- February (33mm)
As of 2026, Vienna's weather averages 16°C high / 6°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is June, April, May. The hottest month is July (27°C), the coldest is January (-3°C), and the wettest is July (80mm).
Best Time to Visit Vienna
June is early summer. Daytime 25°C, nighttime 13°C, peak daylight 16+ hours. Vienna Pride (mid-June) with Regenbogenparade on Ringstraße is Austria's largest LGBTQ+ event. Vienna State Opera season ends late June for summer break. Hotel rates at peak. AC-equipped hotel essential — most older Vienna hotels + apartments lack it.
April is full spring. Daytime 17°C, nighttime 5°C, 14 hours daylight by end of month. Vienna Marathon (mid-April Sunday) is the city's biggest sporting event — streets close, hotel rates spike. Vienna Festival (Wiener Festwochen, late April-late May) is the city's biggest cultural festival.
May is full spring tilting summer. Daytime 22°C, nighttime 10°C, 15 hours daylight. Belvedere rose garden peaks mid-late May — among Vienna's most-photographed outdoor experiences. Vienna Festival continues through late May. Hotel rates at peak. The most-popular tourist month after summer.
Vienna 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 | 3° / -3° | 38mm | 14 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 5° / -2° | 33mm | 12 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 11° / 1° | 39mm | 11 | Moderate | Details → |
| April | 17° / 5° | 47mm | 11 | Busy | Details → |
| May | 22° / 10° | 65mm | 12 | Busy | Details → |
| June | 25° / 13° | 70mm | 12 | Very busy | Details → |
| July | 27° / 15° | 80mm | 13 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 27° / 15° | 70mm | 11 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 22° / 11° | 50mm | 10 | Moderate | Details → |
| October | 15° / 6° | 40mm | 9 | Moderate | Details → |
| November | 8° / 3° | 50mm | 11 | Quiet | Details → |
| December | 4° / -1° | 45mm | 12 | Busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Vienna by Season
Light jacket + sweater. Long pants. Sunglasses. Waterproof jacket for spring showers.
T-shirts + shorts. AC in hotel becomes critical for heat waves.
Autumn jacket + wool sweater + scarf. Long pants + closed shoes. Waterproof jacket.
Same as January — heavy winter coat, wool sweater, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots.
Vienna Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Vienna? +
For weather, June, April, May are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 25°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Vienna? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 27°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of -3°C. The annual average is 16°C high / 6°C low.
When does it rain most in Vienna? +
The wettest month is July (80mm over about 13 rainy days) and the driest is February (33mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 627mm.
What should I pack for Vienna? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 17/5°C — Light jacket + sweater. Long pants. Sunglasses. Waterproof jacket for spring showers. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 26/14°C — T-shirts + shorts. AC in hotel becomes critical for heat waves. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 15/7°C — Autumn jacket + wool sweater + scarf. Long pants + closed shoes. Waterproof jacket. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 4/-2°C — Same as January — heavy winter coat, wool sweater, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots.
What is the weather in Vienna this month (June)? +
June averages 25°C high / 13°C low with 70mm rainfall over about 12 rainy days. Crowds are very 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.