Wachau Valley Weather in July

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

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Krems an der Donau Melk Weissenkirchen in der Wachau Spitz

Are you planning a trip a to the Wachau Valley, Austria in July and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Wachau Valley in July

The Wachau Valley, Austria is a region in Austria. July in the Wachau Valley generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Krems an der Donau. On average, July 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 July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Krems an der Donau with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Spitz with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this July. For example, Krems an der Donau gets approximately 252 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Wachau Valley in July

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

Temperature range in the Wachau Valley (July)

Precipitation variation in the Wachau Valley (July)

Krems an der Donau

In July Krems an der Donau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
252 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Krems an der Donau →

Melk

In July Melk generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
252 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Melk →

Weissenkirchen in der Wachau

In July 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 high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
252 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Weissenkirchen in der Wachau →

Spitz

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

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
252 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Spitz →

Emmersdorf an der Donau

In July Emmersdorf an der Donau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
252 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Emmersdorf an der Donau →

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

In our records: Austria July extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest July day in Austria reached 38°C (100°F) in Bad Kleinkirchheim on July 28, 2013.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Krems an der Donau 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Melk 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Spitz 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Emmersdorf an der Donau 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Dürnstein 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 101 mm (4 in)

The Wachau Valley weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across the Wachau Valley, Austria in July. The popular destination of Krems an der Donau averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Average temperatures in the Wachau Valley, Austria during July range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Krems an der Donau.

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

July is on the drier side in the Wachau Valley, Austria. Krems an der Donau averages only about 97 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit the Wachau Valley, Austria with overall perfect weather in Krems an der Donau. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, July, August and September provide 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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