Vienna · December
Low seasonAustria · Europe
Max Temp
4.6°C
Min Temp
-0.3°C
Sunshine
1.8 h/day
Rain Days
5 days
Rainfall
29.5 mm
Humidity
83%
Avg Temp
2.1°C
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, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, and August.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 5°C during the day and drop to 0°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 2 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (30 mm), 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
- Wiener Silvesterpfad31. Dezember
Die Wiener Innenstadt wird zur größten Open-Air-Silvesterparty Österreichs. Auf mehreren Bühnen in der Innenstadt spielen Bands, das Feuerwerk um Mitternacht am Stephansdom ist ein Stadtspektakel.
Packing list for Vienna in December
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
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. Nights cool to 0°C, with a daily average of 2°C.
- How much rain falls in Vienna in December?
- In December, Vienna receives an average of 30 mm 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.