Best time to visit Austria

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Below are the temperatures expected today at popular countries, regions and places in Austria. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.

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When is the best time to visit Austria?

The best time to visit Austria (Vienna) is in July based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Austria (Vienna) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Austria weather overview

One of the most mountainous areas in Europe, Austria is, not surprisingly, popular with winter sports enthusiasts. The Alps in winter are a great place to be, provided you stay high up.

Conditions in Austria's mountain resorts are usually sunny and crisp while the valleys below are often shrouded in cloud and fog. In the summer, the opposite applies and the valleys bask in bright sunshine while the mountains are veiled in mist.

In the southeast of Austria, the hills attract as much winter snow as those in the north but summertime conditions are more pleasant, with long bouts of brilliant sunshine.

Always expect the unexpected here: the weather can quickly become unsettled and sudden thunderstorms May arise. The Danube Valley and the Vienna Basin are a good option for sun lovers since they enjoy a drier climate and plenty of summer sunshine.

What to pack for Austria weather

Light clothes are fine in the summer but should be supplemented with warm wraps, and be prepared for summer rain. In the winter, sturdy skiwear is the order of the day.

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Austria essential information

Below is a beginner's guide to Austria with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Austria - quick facts
Flight time^✝	2 hours
Time difference	UK +1 hour
Language(s)	German
Currency	Euro
Electricity	C + F plug (230V)
Driving side	Right

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

Travelling to Austria?

Discover where to book holidays, flights, hotels and more from popular travel providers for your trip to Austria in 2026/2027.

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Holidays to Austria

	TUI Find and book ATOL protected holidays to Austria and destinations worldwide with low deposits and free child places available.
	Jet2holidays UK's largest package holiday provider offers escapes to Austria. Book holidays to Europe and North Africa from regional UK airports.
	Love Holidays Book flights, hotels and transfers as holiday packages to worldwide destinations with this UK-based OTA.
	Just Go Holidays One of the UK's leading coach holiday operators, offering great-value trips across the UK, Ireland and Europe.
	Mercury Holidays Award-winning travel provider offering package holidays, escorted tours and river cruises to Austria and more.
	lastminute.com Leading European travel company specialising in dynamic holiday packages to thousands of destinations including Austria.
	Secret Escapes Members-only travel club offering exclusive deals on hand-picked luxury hotels and holidays to Austria and more.
	Holiday Hypermarket Specalists in discounted beach, ski and city holiday packages, this UK-based OTA is part of TUI.
	Caledonian Travel Major UK coach holiday provider offering award-winning coach holidays and day trips across Austria and Europe.
	easyJet holidays Popular, low-cost holiday provider covering over 100 destinations across Europe and North Africa including Austria.
	Expedia Compare and book holidays, flights, hotels, car hire and more on this trusted website covering global destinations.
	First Choice Part of the TUI Group, this well-known UK travel brand offers package holidays to Austria and beyond.
	National Holidays UK-based travel company specialising in affordable coach holidays and short breaks around the UK, Ireland and Europe.

Tours to Austria

	Travelsphere UK-based tour operator with 60+ years experience. Offers award-winning guided tour holidays across six continents.
	Cosmos Long-standing travel brand offering affordable adventure tours across 54 countries on six continents.
	Saga Holidays Award-winning travel operator specialising in escorted tours and hotel holidays to Europe and worldwide for over 50s.
	Riviera Travel The UK's leading river cruise and tour operator, offering scenic experiences worldwide including in Austria.
	Newmarket Holidays Long-established travel brand offering escorted tours, river cruises, resort stays and more to Austria and beyond.
	Trafalgar Discover your next guided tour through this top-rated travel brand covering every destination from Europe to Australia.
	G Adventures Award-winning adventure travel brand specialising in small-group tours, safaris and expeditions across all seven continents.
	Exoticca Online tour operator offering cultural trips and experiences designed by an in-house team of travel experts.
	Just You Specialists in solo travel for over 25 years. Offers a range of trips and experiences to worldwide destinations including Austria.
	Contiki Global travel brand for 18-35s, offering over 200 all-inclusive group trips across six continents. Low deposit bookings available.
	Topdeck Global tour operator specialising in small group tours for 18-30 somethings to Europe, Asia, New Zealand and North Africa.

Flights to Austria

	TUI One of the world's leading tourism brands. Offers flights, hotels and cruises to Austria and beyond.
	British Airways The UK's national flag carrier is a major global airline, serving over 200 destinations across 80 countries including Austria.
	KAYAK Search and compare flights, hotels, car hire and package holidays through this award-winning travel search engine.
	Jet2 Major British low-cost airline serving over 70 sun, city and ski destinations across Europe including Austria.
	Vueling Spanish low-cost airline and one of Europe's fastest growing. Offers affordable flights to Europe, North Africa and the Near East.
	Air France This major French international airline serves almost 170 destinations across 73 countries including Austria via its hub in Paris.
	Qatar Airways Qatar's state-owned flag carrier flies to over 170 destinations worldwide across 80+ countries including Austria.
	KLM The Netherland's national flag carrier and the world's largest airline. Serves 170 international destinations via Amsterdam.
	eDreams Leading European OTA offering thousands of flights and hotels across 40,000 destinations including Austria.
	Austrian Airlines Based in Vienna, Austria's leading airline serves over 120 destinations worldwide including Austria.
	Kiwi.com Global OTA and search engine specialising in affordable flights, hotels and car hire across worldwide destinations including Austria.

Hotels in Austria

	Hilton Leading global hospitality brand with a portfolio of 9,000 properties across 141 countries and territories including Austria.
	IHG Leading global hotel group with a portfolio of international brands including Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and more.
	Marriott The world's largest hotel company with a portfolio of 30+ brands and almost 9,600 properties across 143 countries.
	Radisson Hotels Major international hotel group with 10 brands and over 1,520 hotels worldwide including in Austria.
	Priceline Leading OTA for discounted flights, hotels, cruises, car hire, experiences and packages worldwide including in Austria.
	Hotels.com Part of Expedia Group, this major OTA offers deals and discounts on hotel rooms worldwide including in Austria.
	Booking.com Leading global OTA founded in Amsterdam. Offers worldwide accommodation, flights, car hire, activities and more.
	Agoda One of the world's largest online travel platforms with a network of over 6 million hotels. Plus flights, activities and more.
	ALL World-leading hospitality group offering experiences and stays across more than 110 countries including Austria.
	Trivago

Accommodation in Austria

	VRBO
	Eurocamp
	Oliver's Travels
	Hostelworld

River cruises in Austria

	TUI River Cruises
	Avalon Waterways

Things to do in Austria

	Get Your Guide
	Klook
	Tiqets
	Isango
	Viator

Buses & trains in Austria

	Flixbus
	Rail Europe

Car hire in Austria

	Holiday Autos
	Zest Car Rental
	KAYAK
	Carrentals.co.uk
	Avis
	Enjoy Travel
	Europcar
	Sixt

Ferries in Austria

Direct Ferries

Money transfers to Austria

	Wise.com
	XE Money Transfers

Airport taxis for Austria

	Hoppa
	Shuttle Direct

Skiing holidays in Austria

	Erna Low
	Crystal Ski
	Iglu Ski
	NUCO Travel
	Sunweb

Driving advice for Austria

RAC

eSIMs for Austria

	Amigo
	Airalo
	Holafly
	Roamless

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