Vienna lies in a temperate climate zone on the border between continental and oceanic climates.
This means that there are 4 seasons in Vienna, with relatively large differences between winter and summer.
Summers in Vienna are often hot and relatively dry, although statistically it rains most in summer. Usually, however, these are short thunderstorms occurring mainly at night or in the evening. In general, rainfall in Vienna is below average for Europe.
Vienna is situated in the lowlands, so winters here are not as harsh as in the Austrian Alps. Normal temperatures range between 1 °C and 5 °C. Snow regularly occurs in Vienna between December and March, but often snow showers turn to rain.
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Spring temperatures hover around 20 °C accompanied by moderate cloud cover. In autumn, expect temperatures between 14 and 20 °C and more clouds than in spring.
Table of temperatures during the year
Vienna - Temperatures during the year
When to go to Vienna
Vienna is an ideal year-round destination for excursions. In summer, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, the restaurant gardens and bars along the Danube, and cool off in the shade of Vienna's many parks in the heat.
Spring in Vienna is beautiful and the best time to visit the flowering gardens of Schönbrunn, for example, while in autumn the whole city is bathed in the bright colours of falling leaves.
Winter is no barrier to a trip to Vienna either, quite the contrary. In the run-up to Christmas, you'll enjoy lavishly decorated streets and one of the most famous Christmas markets in Europe, and after Christmas, you'll find discounts in local shops and cheaper accommodation.
In short, travel to Vienna anytime.
