October · Austria
Best time to visit Linz in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Linz in October
Average temperature 11°C, 46 mm of rain, about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
6.5/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 1
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Linz scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Linz mixes a baroque old town with Ars Electronica, the Danube and Austria's art scene.
October in Linz — middling scores, decent value
October averages 11°C (52°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 46 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.5 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 8.3/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? July scores 1.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Linz in October?
- In October, Linz averages 11°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Linz?
- October earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Linz in October?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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