Salzburg

Salzburg Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Salzburg, Austria this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Salzburg in August

Salzburg, Austria is a region in Austria. August in Salzburg generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Enzingerboden at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Seeham at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Seeham and 7°C (45°F) in Enzingerboden. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Salzburg, Austria.

To explore the conditions in Salzburg, Austria in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Thomatal with an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Leogang with 213 mm (8.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Zell am See as an example - it receives around 175 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 Salzburg by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Salzburg — and find the best time to visit. (based on Zell am See)

Best Places to Visit in Salzburg in August

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

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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 Salzburg

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Salzburg, Austria?

Temperature range in Salzburg (August)

Precipitation variation in Salzburg (August)

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 poor that month.

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

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 unpleasant that month.

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

Salzburg

In August Salzburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
202 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
210 mm (8.3 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Kaprun

In August Kaprun generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
175 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
204 mm (8 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Wagrain

In August Wagrain 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 pleasant that month.

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
196 hours
192 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
186 mm (7.3 in)
177 mm (7 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zell am See 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)
Salzburg 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
Saalbach Hinterglemm 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Kaprun 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 204 mm (8 in)
Wagrain 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Bad Gastein 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)

Salzburg weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Salzburg, Austria in August?

In August, Salzburg, Austria generally has poor weather conditions. Zell am See sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Salzburg, Austria in August?

Zell am See averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Salzburg, Austria get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in Salzburg, Austria peaks during August. Zell am See averages roughly 205 mm (8.1 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Salzburg, Austria?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Zell am See, August may not be the ideal time to visit Salzburg, Austria.

On average, the best time to visit Salzburg, Austria is in September with generally unpleasant weather in Zell am See.

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