Climate of Salzburg, Austria
Area-weighted average across Salzburg. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Salzburg, a subdivision of Austria, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -4°C / 24.8°F in January to 12.7°C / 54.9°F in July, with rainfall from 71 mm / 2.8 in to 181 mm / 7.1 in depending on the season (1384 mm / 54.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4°C24.8°F | 78 mm3.1″ | Snowy |
| February | -3.4°C25.9°F | 71 mm2.8″ | Snowy |
| March | -0.5°C31.1°F | 93 mm3.7″ | Snowy |
| April | 2.6°C36.7°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| May | 7.6°C45.7°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| June | 10.5°C50.9°F | 166 mm6.5″ | — |
| July | 12.7°C54.9°F | 181 mm7.1″ | — |
| August | 12.7°C54.9°F | 161 mm6.3″ | — |
| September | 9.5°C49.1°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| October | 5.5°C41.9°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| November | 0.1°C32.2°F | 102 mm4″ | Snowy |
| December | -3°C26.6°F | 94 mm3.7″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Salzburg?
Salzburg, Austria does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 12.7°C / 54.9°F, and the driest is February at 71 mm / 2.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Salzburg?
Salzburg, Austria has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -4°C / 24.8°F in January to 12.7°C / 54.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1384 mm / 54.5 in, with the wettest month being July (181 mm / 7.1 in) and the driest February (71 mm / 2.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Salzburg?
The hottest month in Salzburg is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.7°C / 54.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Salzburg?
The coldest month in Salzburg is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -4°C / 24.8°F.
When does it rain most in Salzburg?
The wettest month in Salzburg is July, averaging about 181 mm / 7.1 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 71 mm / 2.8 in.