2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Vienna in January

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

January is a good time to visit Vienna. Vienna has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 5°C, lows of -2°C, and approximately 5 rainy days per month.

Avg High

5°C

Avg Low

-2°C

Rainy days

5days

Daylight

8.8h

Is January a good time to visit Vienna?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:41 AM

Sunset

4:28 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 5°C -2°C 5 Good
February 10°C 2°C 8 Good
March 12°C 2°C 7 Good
April 18°C 6°C 4 Excellent (best)
May 19°C 10°C 14 Excellent (best)
June 23°C 14°C 14 Excellent (best)
July 26°C 16°C 11 Good
August 26°C 17°C 13 Wet
September 22°C 13°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 15°C 8°C 18 Excellent (best)
November 9°C 3°C 4 Good
December 5°C 1°C 11 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Vienna? +

January is typically Good for visiting Vienna, with average highs of 5°C and around 5 rainy days.

What should I pack for Vienna in January? +

With highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Vienna in January? +

Vienna typically sees around 5 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Vienna in January? +

In January, Vienna gets approximately 8.8 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Vienna? +

No, January is not peak season in Vienna. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Vienna? +

The best months to visit Vienna are April, May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Vienna)

Last Updated: January 2026

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