Salzburg · AutumnMonth summary
Salzburg weather in October
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
45°F – 61°F
🌧 Rainy days
42% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (7.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Salzburg in October?
⚠️ Fair
✅ 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 October is possible but June offers a score of 7.6/10 vs 6.1.
By trip type
Salzburg in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Salzburg. Temperatures drop (16°F) and rain returns (42% of days). Expect rain on 42% 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 °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 27°F | 41°F | 50% | 0.1in | 5.5h | 1.9/10 | 6.9/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 30°F | 46°F | 45% | 0.1in | 7.3h | 4.0/10 | 6.3/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 34°F | 52°F | 44% | 0.1in | 9.2h | 4.5/10 | 5.7/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 39°F | 59°F | 44% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 6.3/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 46°F | 64°F | 60% | 0.2in | 11.1h | 6.8/10 | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 55°F | 75°F | 52% | 0.2in | 13.1h | 7.6/10 | 3.8/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 59°F | 75°F | 56% | 0.2in | 12.8h | 7.4/10 | 3.7/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 59°F | 77°F | 51% | 0.2in | 12.3h | 7.6/10 | 3.7/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 52°F | 68°F | 43% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.2/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 45°F | 61°F | 42% | 0.1in | 8.8h | 6.1/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 34°F | 48°F | 42% | 0.1in | 6.7h | 4.0/10 | 5.9/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 30°F | 43°F | 47% | 0.1in | 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 October, Salzburg averages 61°F, 42% rainy days and 8.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.1/10.
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Comparison
October vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 7.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +8°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +10%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +4.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Salzburg in October
Is October a good time to visit Salzburg?
Transition period with a summer score of 6.1/10 and ski score of 4.2/10. Neither the best ski nor summer season.
What to do in Salzburg in October?
With 61°F max and 8.8h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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