Wachau Valley Weather in February

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

Planning a trip to the Wachau Valley, Austria this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Wachau Valley in February

The Wachau Valley, Austria is a region in Austria. February in the Wachau Valley generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Krems an der Donau.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Krems an der Donau with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Melk with 53 mm (2.1 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Krems an der Donau, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Krems an der Donau receives about 91 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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)

Best Places to Visit in the Wachau Valley in February

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 February for some of the most popular destinations in the Wachau Valley, Austria?

Temperature range in the Wachau Valley (February)

Precipitation variation in the Wachau Valley (February)

Krems an der Donau

In February Krems an der Donau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
91 hours
139 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Melk

In February Melk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
91 hours
139 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Weissenkirchen in der Wachau

In February Weissenkirchen in der Wachau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
91 hours
139 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Spitz

In February Spitz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
91 hours
139 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Emmersdorf an der Donau

In February Emmersdorf an der Donau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
91 hours
139 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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

In our records: Austria February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Austria in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Austria dropped to -30°C (-22°F) in St. Anton am Arlberg on February 9, 1986.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Krems an der Donau 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Melk 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Spitz 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Emmersdorf an der Donau 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Dürnstein 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)

The Wachau Valley weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

the Wachau Valley, Austria typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Krems an der Donau average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

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

In Krems an der Donau, the average daytime high in February is 5°C (41°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -2°C (28°F).

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

Not particularly. Krems an der Donau averages just 40 mm (1.6 in) of snow/rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for the Wachau Valley, Austria.

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Krems an der Donau, February may not be the ideal time to visit the Wachau Valley, Austria.

Generally speaking, May, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Krems an der Donau. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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