August · Austria
Best time to visit Salzburg in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salzburg in August
Average temperature 20°C, 180 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.8/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 180 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Salzburg scores 6.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 180 mm of rain, and roughly 19 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.
August in Salzburg — middling scores, decent value
August averages 20°C (68°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 180 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 6.8/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 7.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salzburg in August?
- In August, Salzburg averages 20°C, 180 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Salzburg?
- August earns a 6.8/10 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 August?
- Expect about 180 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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