Salzburg vs Vienna

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Vienna edges ahead as the better destination in September. Vienna offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Salzburg sees 8 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.

Salzburg sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Vienna is also comfortable at 20°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Vienna is the stronger choice in September. Vienna receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Salzburg reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Vienna averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 12°C (54°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in September.

Salzburg receives approximately 163 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during September. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Vienna sees 72 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Vienna the drier option by 6 rain days and 91 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.