Late summer · Weather & things to do
Vienna in August
Little changes in Vienna from July: highs stay near 81°F (27°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), and about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls.
At 85/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 64%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What August feels like
Warm afternoons near 81°F (27°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Nights cool to an average low of 61°F (16°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.4 in (86 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of Vienna's best months on the climate data.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort improves from 82/100 in July to 85/100.
- Our Prague, Vienna & Budapest route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Hallstatt, Salzburg & Vienna route is planned for Late Nov – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Vienna in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Prater and Giant Ferris Wheel
Park with the 1897 Riesenrad, offering slow views over the city.
Why now August scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Graben
Pedestrian boulevard hung with giant light chandeliers in December; on December 31 it is part of the Silvesterpfad.
Schönbrunn Christmas Market
Craft market and tree in the forecourt of the Habsburg summer palace, which becomes a New Year market after Christmas.
Naschmarkt
Long open-air market with produce stalls, delis and casual eateries.
Café Central
Vaulted coffee house in Palais Ferstel, open since 1876, for Melange and Apfelstrudel.
Art Advent Karlsplatz
An arts-and-crafts market in front of the baroque Karlskirche, with organic food and a straw-filled play area.
Nearby in August
- Budapest in August~133 mi · highs 84°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Hallstatt in August~134 mi · highs 76°F, 6.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Prague in August~156 mi · highs 79°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Salzburg in August~156 mi · highs 75°F, 6.0 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~373 m to Vienna's ~186 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Vienna in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Vienna?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain. Our Prague, Vienna & Budapest route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Vienna in August?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Vienna in August?
Some: about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 29.0 in (737 mm).
What should I pack for Vienna in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Vienna in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.