Vienna vs Salzburg

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Vienna edges ahead as the better destination in August. Vienna offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Salzburg sees 10 sunshine hours and 18 rain days.

Vienna sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Salzburg is also comfortable at 23°C.

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

Vienna reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Salzburg averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Vienna receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Salzburg sees 191 mm over 18 rain days. That makes Vienna the drier option by 8 rain days and 121 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.