July · Austria
Best time to visit Salzburg in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salzburg in July
Average temperature 20°C, 134 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
7.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 134 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Salzburg scores 7.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 20°C, 134 mm of rain, and roughly 24 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.
July: the best month of the year in Salzburg
At 20°C (68°F) this is comfortable city weather in July, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
134 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Salzburg at 7.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salzburg in July?
- In July, Salzburg averages 20°C, 134 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Salzburg?
- July earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salzburg in July?
- Expect about 134 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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