Salzburg · July
Best travel monthPeak seasonAustria · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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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 time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is one of the best months to visit Salzburg — with 8 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 26°C (79°F).
Daytime highs average 26°C (79°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 20°C (68°F)). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 12 rain days with 161 mm (6.3 in) total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Events & Festivals
- Salzburg Festivallate 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.
Packing list for Salzburg in July
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Salzburg?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Salzburg (Climate Score: 61/100). Pleasant temperatures (26°C (79°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (12) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Salzburg in July?
- In July, Salzburg sees daily highs of 26°C (79°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 20°C (68°F). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F).
- How much rain falls in Salzburg in July?
- In July, Salzburg receives an average of 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain over 12 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Salzburg get in July?
- Salzburg averages 8 sunshine hours per day in July — above the annual average.
