What August feels like in Salzburg
Late summer arrives in Salzburg with August. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. After sunset it cools off noticeably — nights stay mild. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Salzburg in August
August is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 10.6 mm (0.4 in) on an average rainy day. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.8 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 6:02 am and sets around 8:23 pm local time, giving 14 h 21 min of daylight. Compared with mid-July, the day has lost 1 h 19 min. The sun is out for roughly 72% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How August compares to the rest of the year
August is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Salzburg. Compared with July, afternoons are 0.5°C (0.9°F) cooler, with about the same rain. The cooling trend carries on into September. The next month's average high: 19.6°C (67.3°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Hiking: less ideal — wet trails.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Salzburg in August
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Salzburg in August?
Expect around 23.7°C (74.7°F) in the afternoon and 13.9°C (57°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Salzburg in August?
It does: about 17 rainy days bring roughly 181 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Salzburg in August?
The numbers point to versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is August or September better for visiting Salzburg?
September, clearly: it ranks #1 of 12 among Salzburg's months, against #4 for the other. September is cooler and has fewer rainy days.