Austria weather in October
Thinking about venturing to Austria this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Austria in October?
Austria offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to moderate, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
During the day the temperature is cold in Matrei in Osttirol at 7°C and moderate in Bad Radkersburg at 17°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Bad Radkersburg and -2°C in Matrei in Osttirol.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mitterretzbach with an average of 45 mm to heavy rainfall in Sonnenalpe Nassfeld with 205 mm. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 133 hours of sunlight expected in Vienna. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For specific regional insights in Austria for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Austria climate page.
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Average weather in Vienna
In October Vienna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Sölden
In October Sölden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Zell am See
In October Zell am See generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Saalbach Hinterglemm
In October Saalbach Hinterglemm generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Neustift im Stubaital
In October Neustift im Stubaital generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Austria?
In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Austria with overall tolerable weather in Vienna. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
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 months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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