Wachau Valley Weather in December

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

Planning a journey to the Wachau Valley, Austria this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Wachau Valley in December

The Wachau Valley, Austria is a region in Austria. December in the Wachau Valley generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Krems an der Donau. In many areas in Austria, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across the Wachau Valley, Austria, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Krems an der Donau with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Melk with 56 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Krems an der Donau receives roughly 48 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore the Wachau Valley by month

Best Places to Visit in the Wachau Valley in December

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

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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 the Wachau Valley

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

Temperature range in the Wachau Valley (December)

Precipitation variation in the Wachau Valley (December)

Krems an der Donau

In December Krems an der Donau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
48 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Melk

In December Melk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
48 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Weissenkirchen in der Wachau

In December Weissenkirchen in der Wachau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
48 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Spitz

In December Spitz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
48 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Emmersdorf an der Donau

In December Emmersdorf an der Donau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
48 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Krems an der Donau 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Melk 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Spitz 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Emmersdorf an der Donau 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Dürnstein 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)

The Wachau Valley weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, the Wachau Valley, Austria generally has poor weather conditions. Krems an der Donau sees daytime temperatures near 4°C (39°F), with nights cooling to roughly -2°C (28°F).

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

Krems an der Donau averages a daytime maximum of 4°C (39°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

Does the Wachau Valley, Austria get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Krems an der Donau averages just 46 mm (1.8 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for the Wachau Valley, Austria.

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

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Wachau Valley, Austria due to the typically poor weather in Krems an der Donau.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Krems an der Donau. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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