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Austria Weather in August

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

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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 to Expect in Austria in August

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Nauders at 16°C (61°F) to warm in Sankt Andrä bei Frauenkirchen at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Sankt Andrä bei Frauenkirchen and 5°C (41°F) in Nauders.

For specific regional insights in Austria, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Jois with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Oberperfuss with 231 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Vienna sees close to 250 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Austria - and find the best time to visit. (based on Innsbruck)

January-1°C (30°F) February1°C (34°F) March4°C (39°F) April8°C (46°F) May13°C (55°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September15°C (59°F) October10°C (50°F) November4°C (39°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Austria in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Austria.

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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Austria?

Temperature range in Austria (August)

Precipitation variation in Austria (August)

Vienna

In August Vienna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
263 hours
250 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Vienna →

Sölden

In August Sölden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
211 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Sölden →

Zell am See

In August Zell am See generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
175 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
218 mm (8.6 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Zell am See →

Saalbach Hinterglemm

In August Saalbach Hinterglemm generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
175 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
Climate in Saalbach Hinterglemm →

Neustift im Stubaital

In August Neustift im Stubaital generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
210 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
222 mm (8.7 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Neustift im Stubaital →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Innsbruck 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
Vienna 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Sölden 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Zell am See 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)
Neustift im Stubaital 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)
Salzburg 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)

Austria weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Austria in August?

Expect excellent weather across Austria in August. The popular destination of Vienna averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Austria in August?

Vienna averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Austria get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Vienna averages just 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Austria.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Austria?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Austria with overall excellent 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 excellent weather in Vienna. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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