December · Austria
Best time to visit Wachau Valley in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Wachau Valley in December
Average temperature 0°C, 44 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.0/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 0°C
- Rainfall
- 44 mm
- Humidity
- 92%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Wachau Valley scores 4.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 0°C, 44 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Wachau follows the Danube between Melk and Krems through vineyard terraces, abbeys, castle ruins, and historic riverside towns.
December in Wachau Valley — off-season conditions
At 0°C (32°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Only 44 mm of water-equivalent precipitation is expected (snow at altitude), leaving almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.1 hours of daylight.
That is 4/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 8.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Wachau Valley — 4.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Wachau Valley in December?
- In December, Wachau Valley averages 0°C, 44 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Wachau Valley?
- December earns a 4.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Wachau Valley in December?
- Expect about 44 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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