Austria

Austria Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Austria in April.

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Innsbruck Vienna Sölden Zell am See

Planning a trip to Austria this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Austria in April

Austria offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In April, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Matrei in Osttirol at 4°C (39°F) to pleasant in Bad Radkersburg at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Bad Radkersburg and -4°C (25°F) in Matrei in Osttirol.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Austria, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Laa an der Thaya with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to high rainfall in Sonnenalpe Nassfeld with 158 mm (6.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in April. Vienna typically receives 190 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Austria in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Austria

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Austria?

Temperature range in Austria (April)

Precipitation variation in Austria (April)

Vienna

In April Vienna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
190 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Vienna →

Sölden

In April Sölden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
184 hours
207 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sölden →

Zell am See

In April Zell am See generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
147 hours
174 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
128 mm (5 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zell am See →

Saalbach Hinterglemm

In April Saalbach Hinterglemm generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
147 hours
174 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saalbach Hinterglemm →

Neustift im Stubaital

In April Neustift im Stubaital generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
183 hours
206 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
127 mm (5 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Neustift im Stubaital →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Austria in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Innsbruck 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Vienna 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sölden 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Zell am See 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Neustift im Stubaital 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Salzburg 14°C (57°F) 2°C (36°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)

Austria weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Austria in April?

Expect tolerable weather across Austria in April. The popular destination of Vienna averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Austria in April?

Average temperatures in Austria during April range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Vienna.

Does Austria get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Austria. Vienna averages only about 50 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Austria?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Austria with overall tolerable weather in Vienna. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Vienna. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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