Austria (Salzkammergut) · August
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)0– (32–)17 (63) | 14° (57°)4– (39–)22 (72) | 18° (64°)8– (46–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)12– (54–)30 (86) | 24° (75°)14– (57–)31 (88) | 23° (73°)13– (55–)30 (86) | 19° (66°)9– (48–)26 (79) | 14° (57°)6– (43–)22 (72) | 8° (46°)0– (32–)16 (61) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)9 (48) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -3° (27°)-11– (12–)2 (36) | -3° (27°)-11– (12–)2 (36) | 0° (32°)-8– (18–)5 (41) | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)15 (59) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)7 (45) | -2° (28°)-10– (14–)3 (37) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h UV 2 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 11d126mm (5.0") | 8d87mm (3.4") | 10d95mm (3.7") | 8d69mm (2.7") | 15d153mm (6.0") | 15d170mm (6.7") | 15d183mm (7.2") | 13d169mm (6.6") | 10d131mm (5.2") | 9d99mm (3.9") | 7d73mm (2.9") | 10d97mm (3.8") |
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.
August is one of the best months to visit Austria (Salzkammergut) — with 7 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 23°C (73°F).
Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F), cooling to 13°C (55°F) at night (daily average: 18°C (64°F)). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 13 rain days with 169 mm (6.7 in) total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Green slopes, crystal-clear lakes and frequent showers — summer in the Salzkammergut is not dry, but it is lively. Between showers people swim, hike and row. On fine days Hallstatt and Wolfgangsee are correspondingly busy.
Packing list for Austria (Salzkammergut) in August
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Austria (Salzkammergut)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Austria (Salzkammergut) (Climate Score: 60/100). Pleasant temperatures (23°C (73°F)), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (13) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Austria (Salzkammergut) in August?
- In August, Austria (Salzkammergut) sees daily highs of 23°C (73°F). Nights cool to 13°C (55°F), with a daily average of 18°C (64°F). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F).
- How much rain falls in Austria (Salzkammergut) in August?
- In August, Austria (Salzkammergut) receives an average of 169 mm (6.7 in) of rain over 13 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Austria (Salzkammergut) get in August?
- Austria (Salzkammergut) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
