Vienna vs Salzburg

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 4 sunshine hours and 4 rain days.

Vienna sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Salzburg is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Salzburg is the stronger choice in September. Vienna receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Vienna reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Salzburg averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 8°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

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

Vienna receives approximately 72 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Salzburg sees 50 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Salzburg the drier option by 5 rain days and 22 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.