What to pack for Vienna in August
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 66%; max daily wind around 19 km/h.
How August compares
Best months in Vienna: June–September. See the full best time to visit Vienna guide.
Vienna in August: the details
In August, Vienna sees average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F) and overnight lows of 17°C (63°F). Rainfall totals roughly 75 mm across 10.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 11.1 hours per day with 14.1 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 66%.
In context: August is the second-warmest month and the 4th-wettest in Vienna. The sunniest month is June (12.6 h/day).
| Metric | August average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27°C / 80°F |
| Overnight low | 17°C / 63°F |
| Rainfall | 75 mm over 10.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 11.1 h/day (14.1 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 66% |
| Travel score | 9.1 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Vienna, Austria (48.21, 16.37) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Vienna in August?
Daytime highs in Vienna in August average 27°C (80°F); nights drop to about 17°C.
Does it rain in Vienna in August?
Expect around 10.7 rainy days and 75 mm of rainfall in August.
Is August a good time to visit Vienna?
August is one of the best months to visit Vienna. Overall travel score: 9.1/10. The best months are June–September.
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