April · Austria
Best time to visit Salzburg in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salzburg in April
Average temperature 8°C, 119 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
5.7/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 119 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Salzburg scores 5.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 119 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Salzburg's Baroque spires glow under calm May–Sept sun; alpine air stays crisp and old town crowds thin at dawn.
April in Salzburg: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 8°C (46°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
119 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.7/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 7.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Salzburg — 1.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salzburg in April?
- In April, Salzburg averages 8°C, 119 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.7/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Salzburg?
- April earns a 5.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salzburg in April?
- Expect about 119 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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