What to pack for Vienna in October
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 79%; max daily wind around 21 km/h.
How October compares
Best months in Vienna: June–September. See the full best time to visit Vienna guide.
Vienna in October: the details
In October, Vienna sees average daytime highs of 16°C (62°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (47°F). Rainfall totals roughly 49 mm across 8.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.4 hours per day with 10.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 79%.
In context: October is the 6th-warmest month and the 8th-wettest in Vienna. The sunniest month is June (12.6 h/day).
| Metric | October average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16°C / 62°F |
| Overnight low | 8°C / 47°F |
| Rainfall | 49 mm over 8.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.4 h/day (10.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 79% |
| Travel score | 8.4 / 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 October?
Daytime highs in Vienna in October average 16°C (62°F); nights drop to about 8°C.
Does it rain in Vienna in October?
Expect around 8.3 rainy days and 49 mm of rainfall in October.
Is October a good time to visit Vienna?
October is a good month to visit Vienna. Overall travel score: 8.4/10. The best months are June–September.
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