Vienna · December
Low seasonAustria · Europe
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°)-5– (23–)13 (55) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)15 (59) | 11° (52°)3– (37–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)7– (45–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)12– (54–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)19– (66–)34 (93) | 27° (81°)18– (64–)33 (91) | 22° (72°)13– (55–)29 (84) | 16° (61°)8– (46–)23 (73) | 9° (48°)1– (34–)18 (64) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)13 (55) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)7 (45) | 0° (32°)-7– (19–)7 (45) | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)10 (50) | 7° (45°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 13° (55°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 8° (46°)0– (32–)14 (57) | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 0° (32°)-7– (19–)6 (43) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 4h UV 3 | 6h UV 5 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 4 | 3h UV 2 | 2h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d29mm (1.2") | 4d30mm (1.2") | 4d31mm (1.2") | 4d41mm (1.6") | 8d71mm (2.8") | 7d75mm (3.0") | 8d78mm (3.1") | 7d81mm (3.2") | 5d62mm (2.4") | 5d45mm (1.8") | 4d31mm (1.2") | 5d30mm (1.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
December is the coldest winter month in Vienna — with highs of only 5°C (41°F), it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, and August.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 5°C (41°F) during the day and drop to 0°C (32°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 13°C (55°F), the coldest nights around -7°C (19°F) — frost does occur. With 2 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (30 mm (1.2 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Events & Festivals
- Vienna New Year's Eve Trail (Silvesterpfad)31 December
Vienna's city centre becomes Austria's biggest open-air New Year's Eve party. Bands play on several stages across the centre, and the midnight fireworks around St Stephen's Cathedral are a citywide spectacle.
Packing list for Vienna in December
- Winter coat
- Thermal clothing and warm layers
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm, waterproof shoes
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Vienna?
- No — December is not among the recommended months for Vienna (Score: 26/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Vienna in December?
- In December, Vienna sees daily highs of 5°C (41°F). Nights cool to 0°C (32°F), with a daily average of 3°C (37°F). Peaks reach around 13°C (55°F), the coldest nights around -7°C (19°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Vienna in December?
- In December, Vienna receives an average of 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Vienna get in December?
- Vienna averages 2 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.