August · Austria
Best time to visit Vienna in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Vienna in August
Average temperature 22°C, 98 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 65% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.2/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 98 mm
- Humidity
- 65%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Vienna scores 8.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 22°C, 98 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Imperial cafés, concert halls, and palatial gardens reveal Vienna at its most graceful from May through September.
August in Vienna — reliably good (4th best month)
At 22°C (72°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Budget for roughly 98 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.2/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Vienna in August?
- In August, Vienna averages 22°C, 98 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Vienna?
- August earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Vienna in August?
- Expect about 98 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 65% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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