Best Time to Visit Austria
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Austria.
Austria does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (19.4°C / 66.9°F) and February (62 mm / 2.4 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers October–April, while the wetter half runs through May–September. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from -1.2°C / 29.8°F in January to 19.4°C / 66.9°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 62 mm / 2.4 in (February) to 124 mm / 4.9 in (July). Austria's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Austria can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| September | 14.5°C58.1°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| August | 18.9°C66°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| July | 19.4°C66.9°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
No month in Austria fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Austria?
Austria doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on February (driest, ~62 mm / 2.4 in) and July (warmest, 19.4°C / 66.9°F). Regional variation within Austria can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Austria?
The rainy season in Austria runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 82 mm / 3.2 in. The wettest single month is July, averaging 124 mm / 4.9 in.
What is the dry season in Austria?
The drier half of the year in Austria covers October–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 82 mm / 3.2 in. The driest single month is February with about 62 mm / 2.4 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Austria?
The least comfortable months for travel in Austria — based on our climate data — are January, February, June, July, August, November, December. These are Austria's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 124 mm / 4.9 in in July, and temperatures bottom out at -1.2°C / 29.8°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Austria?
Shoulder-season months in Austria — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.