Austria weather in August

Planning a getaway to Austria this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What is the weather like in Austria in August?

The weather in Austria in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from moderate to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During August, summer is in full swing.

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from moderate in Nauders at 16°C to warm in Sankt Andrä bei Frauenkirchen at 28°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C in Sankt Andrä bei Frauenkirchen and 5°C in Nauders.

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Jois with an average of 68 mm to heavy rainfall in Oberperfuss with 231 mm. Meanwhile, Vienna enjoys close to 250 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Austria for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Austria climate page.

Where to go in Austria in August

Find the average weather conditions in August for the most popular destinations in Austria on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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

Popular destinations in Austria

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Austria?

Average weather in Vienna

In August Vienna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Vienna
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<<   July July
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27°C 
16°C 
263 hours 
83 mm 
13 days 
27°C 
16°C 
250 hours 
74 mm 
12 days 
22°C 
12°C 
180 hours 
76 mm 
10 days 
Climate in Vienna

Average weather in Sölden

In August Sölden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Sölden
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<<   July July
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16°C 
5°C 
231 hours 
199 mm 
20 days 
poor 
16°C 
6°C 
211 hours 
190 mm 
20 days 
poor 
12°C 
2°C 
186 hours 
129 mm 
16 days 
poor 
Climate in Sölden

Average weather in Zell am See

In August Zell am See generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Zell am See
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<<   July July
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19°C 
9°C 
178 hours 
218 mm 
18 days 
poor 
19°C 
9°C 
175 hours 
205 mm 
18 days 
poor 
15°C 
5°C 
155 hours 
167 mm 
14 days 
Climate in Zell am See

Average weather in Saalbach Hinterglemm

In August Saalbach Hinterglemm generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Saalbach Hinterglemm
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<<   July July
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20°C 
9°C 
178 hours 
219 mm 
18 days 
20°C 
9°C 
175 hours 
206 mm 
18 days 
15°C 
5°C 
155 hours 
169 mm 
14 days 
Climate in Saalbach Hinterglemm

Average weather in Neustift im Stubaital

In August Neustift im Stubaital generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Neustift im Stubaital
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<<   July July
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17°C 
7°C 
230 hours 
222 mm 
19 days 
poor 
17°C 
7°C 
210 hours 
220 mm 
19 days 
poor 
13°C 
3°C 
185 hours 
147 mm 
15 days 
poor 
Climate in Neustift im Stubaital

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Is August the best time to visit Austria?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Austria with overall perfect weather in Vienna. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Austria is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Vienna. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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