What to pack for Vienna in December
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 84%; max daily wind around 22 km/h. Snow falls on about 2.3 days.
How December compares
Best months in Vienna: June–September. See the full best time to visit Vienna guide.
Vienna in December: the details
In December, Vienna sees average daytime highs of 5°C (42°F) and overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Rainfall totals roughly 52 mm across 10.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.9 hours per day with 8.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 84%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the 7th-wettest in Vienna. The sunniest month is June (12.6 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 5°C / 42°F |
| Overnight low | 0°C / 32°F |
| Rainfall | 52 mm over 10.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.9 h/day (8.2 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 84% |
| Travel score | 1.3 / 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 December?
Daytime highs in Vienna in December average 5°C (42°F); nights drop to about 0°C.
Does it rain in Vienna in December?
Expect around 10.8 rainy days and 52 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Vienna?
December is a challenging month to visit Vienna — consider June–September instead. Overall travel score: 1.3/10. The best months are June–September.
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