Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Vienna in September
Vienna cools off: highs slip to 71°F (22°C), from 81°F in August, with lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain.
At 85/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (79 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 52°F (11°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.1 in (79 mm).
Plan around September
September is one of Vienna's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 60°F.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 79/100.
- Comfort holds steady from August (85 → 85/100).
- September sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Prague, Vienna & Budapest route recommends.
- Our Hallstatt, Salzburg & Vienna route is planned for Late Nov – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — September falls outside it.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Vienna in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Schönbrunn Palace
Habsburg summer palace with 1,441 rooms and formal gardens up to the Gloriette.
Why now September scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Wiener Christkindlmarkt
The city's biggest market fills the Rathausplatz, with lit trees in the park and an ice trail in front of City Hall.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 3.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Spittelberg Christmas Market
Stalls of handmade goods along the cobbled Biedermeier lanes of the Spittelberg quarter.
Figlmüller
Known for oversized Wiener schnitzel since 1905.
Café Sperl
Classic 1880 coffeehouse with billiard tables and slow, formal service.
Vienna State Opera
One of the world's top opera houses, with daily performances most of the year.
Nearby in September
- Budapest in September~133 mi · highs 73°F, 2.2 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Hallstatt in September~134 mi · highs 67°F, 5.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Prague in September~156 mi · highs 69°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Salzburg in September~156 mi · highs 66°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Vienna?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain. September is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Prague, Vienna & Budapest route recommends.
How hot is Vienna in September?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Vienna in September?
Some: about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 29.0 in (737 mm).
What should I pack for Vienna in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in September
- Prague, Vienna & Budapest Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
Planning Vienna in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.