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Austria Weather in October

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

Are you planning a trip a to Austria in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Austria in October

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Matrei in Osttirol at 7°C (45°F) and mild in Bad Radkersburg at 17°C (63°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Bad Radkersburg and -2°C (28°F) in Matrei in Osttirol.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mitterretzbach with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Sonnenalpe Nassfeld with 205 mm (8.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Vienna as an example - it receives around 133 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Austria by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Austria in October

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

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Austria?

Temperature range in Austria (October)

Precipitation variation in Austria (October)

Vienna

In October Vienna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
133 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Sölden

In October Sölden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
166 hours
102 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Zell am See

In October Zell am See generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
140 hours
76 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Saalbach Hinterglemm

In October Saalbach Hinterglemm generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
140 hours
76 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
128 mm (5 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Neustift im Stubaital

In October Neustift im Stubaital 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 less favorable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
165 hours
101 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Austria.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Innsbruck 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Vienna 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Sölden 8°C (46°F) -3°C (27°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Zell am See 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Neustift im Stubaital 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Salzburg 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Austria weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Austria in October?

Expect good weather across Austria in October. The popular destination of Vienna averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Austria in October?

Average temperatures in Austria during October range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Vienna.

Does Austria get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Vienna averages just 51 mm (2 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Austria.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Austria?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Austria with overall good 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 excellent weather in Vienna. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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