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Upper Austria Weather in October

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

Considering a trip to Upper Austria, Austria this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Upper Austria in October

Upper Austria, Austria is a region in Austria. October in Upper Austria generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Obertraun at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Traun at 15°C (59°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Traun and 2°C (36°F) in Obertraun.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rainbach im Mühlkreis with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Gosau with 124 mm (4.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. St. Wolfgang receives about 139 hours of sunlight in October, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Upper Austria by month

Best Places to Visit in Upper Austria in October

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

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Upper Austria, Austria?

Temperature range in Upper Austria (October)

Precipitation variation in Upper Austria (October)

St. Wolfgang

In October St. Wolfgang generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
139 hours
73 hours
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Gosau

In October Gosau generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
145 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Sankt Gilgen

In October Sankt Gilgen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
139 hours
73 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Bad Goisern

In October Bad Goisern generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
139 hours
73 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Linz

In October Linz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
108 hours
48 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hallstatt 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
St. Wolfgang 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Gosau 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Sankt Gilgen 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Bad Goisern 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Linz 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Upper Austria weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Upper Austria, Austria in October?

In October, Upper Austria, Austria generally has poor weather conditions. St. Wolfgang sees daytime temperatures near 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in Upper Austria, Austria in October?

Daytime temperatures in St. Wolfgang peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in October, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

Does Upper Austria, Austria get a lot of rain in October?

Upper Austria, Austria sees substantial rainfall in October. St. Wolfgang typically averages about 122 mm (4.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Upper Austria, Austria?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Upper Austria, Austria with often poor weather in St. Wolfgang.

On average, the best time to visit Upper Austria, Austria is in August and September with generally tolerable weather in St. Wolfgang. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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