Wachau Valley Weather in October

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

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

What to Expect in the Wachau Valley in October

The Wachau Valley, Austria is a region in Austria. October in the Wachau Valley generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Krems an der Donau.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Krems an der Donau with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Melk with 63 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Krems an der Donau receives about 129 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 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 October

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

Temperature range in the Wachau Valley (October)

Precipitation variation in the Wachau Valley (October)

Krems an der Donau

In October Krems an der Donau 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
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
129 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Melk

In October Melk 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
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
129 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Weissenkirchen in der Wachau

In October Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 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
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
129 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Spitz

In October Spitz 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
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
129 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Emmersdorf an der Donau

In October Emmersdorf an der Donau 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
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
129 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Krems an der Donau 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Melk 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Spitz 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Emmersdorf an der Donau 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Dürnstein 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

The Wachau Valley weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

the Wachau Valley, Austria typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Krems an der Donau average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

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

In Krems an der Donau, the average daytime high in October is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Wachau Valley, Austria during October, with Krems an der Donau averaging close to 54 mm (2.1 in).

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit the Wachau Valley, Austria with overall tolerable weather in Krems an der Donau. 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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