Vienna weather
World cities · Austria · 48.21°N 16.37°E
Vienna, in Austria, has its warmest weather in July, when daytime temperatures average 27.5°C, while January nights are the coldest at around -1°C. The city sees roughly 712mm of rain a year; September is normally the wettest month and March the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.9° | -1° | 42mm | 10 |
| Feb | 9.1° | 1.7° | 33mm | 9 |
| Mar | 11.7° | 2.1° | 30mm | 5 |
| Apr | 15.1° | 5.3° | 55mm | 10 |
| May | 19.7° | 10.4° | 74mm | 13 |
| Jun | 25.1° | 15.3° | 83mm | 13 |
| Jul | 27.5° | 17.4° | 60mm | 9 |
| Aug | 26.6° | 17.3° | 85mm | 11 |
| Sep | 22° | 12.7° | 101mm | 10 |
| Oct | 16.4° | 8.5° | 54mm | 9 |
| Nov | 9.1° | 2.9° | 43mm | 8 |
| Dec | 5.2° | 0.2° | 52mm | 11 |
Seasons in Vienna
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in Vienna climb from 11.7°C in March to 19.7°C by May, while nights ease from 2.1°C to 10.4°C. The season brings around 159mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 26.4°C, peaking in July at 27.5°C. July is usually the driest of the summer months (60mm over ~9 rainy days). Around the June solstice, Vienna gets roughly 15.9 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 22°C in September to 9.1°C by November, and rainfall builds to its annual peak — September is the wettest month of the year (101mm).
Winter (December–February). Nights average 0.3°C, with January the coldest month (average low -1°C, daytime high 4.9°C). Expect about 30 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 8.1 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How Vienna compares
| Vienna | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 712mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 118 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 26.4°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 0.3°C | 3.4°C |
Vienna is about 32% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Vienna weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Vienna?
July is typically the warmest month in Vienna, with average daytime highs of 27.5°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 26.4°C.
What is the wettest month in Vienna?
September is usually the wettest month, with around 101mm of rain over roughly 10 rainy days. March is typically the driest (30mm).
How much does it rain in Vienna per year?
Vienna receives roughly 712mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 118 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Vienna?
Winter nights (December–February) in Vienna average around 0.3°C, with January typically the coldest month (average low -1°C).
When is the best time to visit Vienna for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Vienna. July is typically the driest of the warm months (60mm of rain), while July is the warmest, averaging 27.5°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 16 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Vienna's weather compare with the UK?
Vienna receives 712mm of rain a year, about 32% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 26.4°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 0.3°C versus 3.4°C.