The best time to visit Salzburg
For most travellers, the sweet spot in Salzburg is September · June · July: 19° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.
Climate through the year
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / -4° | Low | $ | Quiet |
| February | 4° / -3° | Low | $ | Quiet |
| March | 9° / 0° | Low | $ | Fair |
| April | 14° / 4° | Moderate | $$ | Fair |
| May | 18° / 8° | Moderate | $$ | Great |
| June | 21° / 11° | Moderate | $$ | Ideal |
| July | 23° / 13° | High | $$ | Ideal |
| August | 23° / 13° | High | $$$ | Great |
| September | 19° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | Ideal |
| October | 13° / 5° | Low | $ | Great |
| November | 7° / 1° | Low | $ | Quiet |
| December | 3° / -3° | Moderate | $$ | Great |
The year in Salzburg
Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in Salzburg.
When to go, depending on what you want
Practical basics
- Region
- Europe
- Local currency
- EUR
- Hemisphere
- Northern (summer in Jun–Aug)
- Yearly range
- -4° – 23°
- Strongest months
- September, June, July
- Good for
- culture · city · food · romance
Events in Salzburg
- Jan Mozartwoche — Orchestras and soloists honor Mozart's birthday with a week of concerts at the Mozarteum and Grosses Festspielhaus.
- Mar–Apr Salzburg Easter Festival (Osterfestspiele) — The Vienna Philharmonic and guest orchestras perform opera and concerts during Holy Week.
- Jul–Aug Salzburg Festival — Opera, theater, and orchestral concerts fill historic venues across town for five weeks each summer.
- Nov–Dec Christkindlmarkt — Wooden stalls fill Domplatz and Residenzplatz with mulled wine, gingerbread, and carol singing.
Every month in Salzburg
A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to visit Salzburg?
For most travellers, the sweet spot in Salzburg is September · June · July: 19° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.
What is the cheapest time to visit Salzburg?
February — This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year. Save 63%.
What is the weather like in Salzburg?
Average highs sit around 23°C with lows near -4°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
