September · Austria
Best time to visit Salzkammergut in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salzkammergut in September
Average temperature 11°C, 139 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
6.4/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 139 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Salzkammergut scores 6.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 139 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Salzkammergut is an Austrian lake and mountain region where Hallstatt, boat routes, hiking trails, and historic salt culture share the landscape.
September in Salzkammergut — middling scores, decent value
Expect 11°C (52°F) in September. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
139 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 7.9/10 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, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Salzkammergut — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salzkammergut in September?
- In September, Salzkammergut averages 11°C, 139 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Salzkammergut?
- September earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salzkammergut in September?
- Expect about 139 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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