Salzburg
Austria · Europe
The best time to visit Salzburg is May, June, July, August, and September. In summer, daytime highs average 26°C (79°F), with peaks around 32°C (90°F); in winter, nights average -2°C (28°F), dropping to around -11°C (12°F) on the coldest. All climate data are based on historical monthly averages (2005–2025) to help you plan the optimal travel time.
Salzburg – What you should know
Salzburg has a typically alpine climate: cool summers (20–25°C (68–77°F)), snow-rich winters and a pronounced Föhn pattern that in spring and autumn brings unusually warm, clear days with spectacular mountain scenery. The city lies in the sphere of Alpine precipitation — rain is regular but rarely prolonged.
The best travel time is summer (June to September): the Salzburg Festival in July and August is a world event, the old town radiates under a blue alpine sky and excursions to the Salzkammergut (Hallstatt, Wolfgangsee) are perfect at 20–25°C (68–77°F). In winter the nearby ski resorts of Obertauern and Zell am See offer excellent pistes — Salzburg as a base for winter sports is one of the finest options in the Alps.
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)12 (54) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)17 (63) | 11° (52°)1– (34–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)5– (41–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)9– (48–)29 (84) | 24° (75°)14– (57–)32 (90) | 26° (79°)16– (61–)32 (90) | 25° (77°)16– (61–)32 (90) | 21° (70°)11– (52–)28 (82) | 16° (61°)7– (45–)25 (77) | 9° (48°)1– (34–)18 (64) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)12 (54) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -2° (28°)-11– (12–)5 (41) | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)5 (41) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)7 (45) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)2– (36–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)17 (63) | 7° (45°)-1– (30–)13 (55) | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)8 (46) | -1° (30°)-9– (16–)5 (41) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h UV 2 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 8d59mm (2.3") | 6d40mm (1.6") | 8d60mm (2.4") | 8d73mm (2.9") | 12d153mm (6.0") | 12d171mm (6.7") | 12d161mm (6.4") | 12d174mm (6.8") | 9d127mm (5.0") | 8d78mm (3.1") | 6d59mm (2.3") | 7d54mm (2.1") |
Best travel timeØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel Tips
April offers great weather in Salzburg with fewer tourists and lower prices — ideal for those who want to avoid the peak season crowds.
Events & Festivals
July
- Salzburg Festival· late July to late August (5 weeks)
One of the most important music festivals in the world, founded in 1920 by Hugo von Hofmannsthal, Max Reinhardt and Richard Strauss. Opera, concerts and drama — Jedermann on Cathedral Square is its heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the best time to visit Salzburg?
- The best time to visit Salzburg is May, June, July, August, and September. These months offer the most favourable combination of sunshine, temperatures, and low rainfall.
- How warm does it get in Salzburg?
- In summer, daytime highs in Salzburg average 26°C (79°F), with peaks around 32°C (90°F); in winter, nights average -2°C (28°F), dropping to around -11°C (12°F) on the coldest.
- How much rain does Salzburg get?
- Salzburg has a relatively even rainfall pattern with an average of 9 rain days per month. The driest months are February, November, and December.
Best Travel Time by Vacation Type
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City Trip
Pleasantly mild, not too hot
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