Vienna edges it in September. Vienna averages 14–22°C with moderate crowds; Salzburg 10–20°C with moderate crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Vienna and Salzburg
The verdict for September
Warm days, wine and the best balance
+Warm, settled weather and the start of the wine season.
–Autumn conferences can lift hotel rates.
September is one of the strongest months for Vienna. Summer crowds ease, temperatures are comfortable and the wine taverns serve the first young wine, Sturm.
Warm and golden
+Settled weather and fewer crowds.
–Rain can still return.
September is one of the best months: warm days, quieter streets and good light on the fortress.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
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