Wachau Valley Weather in August

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

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Krems an der Donau Melk Weissenkirchen in der Wachau Spitz

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

What to Expect in the Wachau Valley in August

The Wachau Valley, Austria is a region in Austria. August in the Wachau Valley generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Krems an der Donau. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in the Wachau Valley, Austria. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Krems an der Donau with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Spitz with 94 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Krems an der Donau sees around 242 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore the Wachau Valley by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Wachau Valley — and find the best time to visit. (based on Krems an der Donau)

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Wachau Valley in August

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

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 the Wachau Valley

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

Temperature range in the Wachau Valley (August)

Precipitation variation in the Wachau Valley (August)

Krems an der Donau

In August Krems an der Donau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
242 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Krems an der Donau →

Melk

In August Melk generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
242 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Melk →

Weissenkirchen in der Wachau

In August Weissenkirchen in der Wachau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
242 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Weissenkirchen in der Wachau →

Spitz

In August Spitz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
242 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Spitz →

Emmersdorf an der Donau

In August Emmersdorf an der Donau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
242 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Wachau Valley in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Krems an der Donau 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Melk 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Spitz 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Emmersdorf an der Donau 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Dürnstein 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

The Wachau Valley weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Wachau Valley, Austria in August?

In August, the Wachau Valley, Austria generally has perfect weather conditions. Krems an der Donau sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in the Wachau Valley, Austria in August?

In Krems an der Donau, the average daytime high in August is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does the Wachau Valley, Austria get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Wachau Valley, Austria during August, with Krems an der Donau averaging close to 87 mm (3.4 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Wachau Valley, Austria?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Wachau Valley, Austria. Typically, the climate in Krems an der Donau is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Krems an der Donau. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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