Salzburg · AutumnMonth summary
Salzburg weather in September
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
11°C – 20°C
🌧 Rainy days
43% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (7.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Salzburg in September?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Salzburg in September: 20°C and 11.0h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Salzburg in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in September
Autumn in Salzburg is often underrated: 20°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 43% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (7.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | -3°C | 5°C | 50% | 3.6 | 5.5h | 1.9/10 | 6.9/10 |
| 🌦️ February | -1°C | 8°C | 45% | 3.3 | 7.3h | 4.0/10 | 6.3/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 1°C | 11°C | 44% | 2.9 | 9.2h | 4.5/10 | 5.7/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 4°C | 15°C | 44% | 3.2 | 11.3h | 6.3/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 8°C | 18°C | 60% | 5.7 | 11.1h | 6.8/10 | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 13°C | 24°C | 52% | 4.5 | 13.1h | 7.6/10 | 3.8/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 15°C | 24°C | 56% | 5.5 | 12.8h | 7.4/10 | 3.7/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 15°C | 25°C | 51% | 5.5 | 12.3h | 7.6/10 | 3.7/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 11°C | 20°C | 43% | 4.8 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 7°C | 16°C | 42% | 3.5 | 8.8h | 6.1/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 1°C | 9°C | 42% | 3.3 | 6.7h | 4.0/10 | 5.9/10 |
| 🌦️ December | -1°C | 6°C | 47% | 3.4 | 5.5h | 2.4/10 | 6.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In September, Salzburg averages 20°C, 43% rainy days and 11.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.2/10.
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Comparison
September vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 7.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +4°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +9%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Salzburg in September
Is September a good time to visit Salzburg?
Yes, September is a good time (7.2/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Salzburg in September?
With 20°C max and 11.0h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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