Salzburg weather and climate in 2024
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Overview
Salzburg weather and climate in 2024
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
3 °C
Night
-5 °C
Precipitation
68 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
Day
3 °C
Night
-5 °C
Precipitation
68 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
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Weather overview for Salzburg
Weather overview
Salzburg (Austria) is a place with a mild continental climate. The day temperatures range from 3 °C (38 °F) in January to 26 °C (78 °F) in July. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 13 °C (56 °F), the lowest in January with -5 °C (23 °F). The driest month is October with just 10 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is June with 17 days of rain.
January weather
The day temperature is on its minimum, with its value of 3 °C (38 °F) in Salzburg, and the night temperature reaches its minimum as well, with its value being -5 °C (23 °F). The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 12 days, and the rainfall amount starts to descent as well in this month.
February weather
The day temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value being 5 °C (42 °F) in Salzburg, and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed as well in this month. The rainfall amount reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 62 mm (2.43 in). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed in February.
March weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 11 °C (51 °F) in Salzburg, and the night temperature continues to rise as well. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 13 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise too, the value of this measure is 88 mm (3.47 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 4 hours. The wind speed reaches its maximum in this month.
April weather
The day temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 16 °C (60 °F) in Salzburg, and the night temperature continues to rise too, with its value being 4 °C (38 °F). The number of rainy days starts to descent, its value is 12 days, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed too in April. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, the value of this measure is 5 hours.
May weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 21 °C (70 °F) in Salzburg, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, its value is 9 °C (47 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, with its value of 15 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise too, its value is 119 mm (4.69 in). The humidity is on its minimum, with its value of 70 %. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
June weather
The wet season is about to start in June in Salzburg. The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, with its value of 17 days, while the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 151 mm (5.96 in). The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 11 °C (53 °F). The maximum of the day length is observable in this month.
July weather
The wet season is taking place in Salzburg. The day temperature reaches its maximum, with its value of 26 °C (78 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum too, its value is 13 °C (56 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed in this month. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
August weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed, its value is 25 °C (77 °F) in Salzburg. The tourist season is at its beginning. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 15 days, while the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value of 158 mm (6.22 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed in this month.
September weather
There is pending tourist season this month in Salzburg. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 21 °C (69 °F), while the night temperature starts to descent in September. The number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value of 12 days, while the rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value of 108 mm (4.25 in). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 6 hours.
October weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 15 °C (59 °F) in Salzburg, and the night temperature continues to descent as well, its value is 5 °C (41 °F). The number of rainy days is on its minimum, with its value of 10 days, while the rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value being 76 mm (3.00 in). The wind speed is on its minimum, with its value being 2. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 5 hours.
November weather
The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 8 °C (46 °F) in Salzburg, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 1 °C (33 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 11 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 3 hours.
December weather
The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 13 days in Salzburg. The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being -3 °C (27 °F), and the day temperature continues to descent too, with its value being 4 °C (39 °F). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value of 2 hours. The maximum of the humidity can be noticed, its value is 82 %. The day length reaches its minimum in this month.
FAQs
How windy is Salzburg in April?
In April in Salzburg, there will be an average wind scale of 2. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
What is the night temperature in May in Salzburg?
The average night temperature in May in Salzburg is 9 °C (47 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in June in Salzburg?
There are 17 days, which are rainy in June in Salzburg, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 4.1 days of the week, or in general - 58 % days.
Is it hot in Salzburg in July?
In July in Salzburg, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Salzburg in August?
The average daily temperature in August in Salzburg is 25 °C (77 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
Is September part of the wet season in Salzburg?
No, there is no wet season in September in Salzburg - you can expect 12 days of rain during the month.
Are there good conditions to visit in October in Salzburg?
Salzburg can be visited in October - the weather will be moderate. A relatively low temperature of 15 °C (59 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of 5 °C (41 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.