April to June and September to October. December has the Christmas markets; July and August are hot, with the opera season closed.
The best months
The most comfortable weather with manageable crowds: April.
Peak season
May, June, July, August, September, December are the busiest months. Book popular tours and hotels earlier, and expect higher prices.
Month by month
- January: cold, quiet season.
- February: cold, quiet season.
- March: cool, busy season.
- April: mild, busy season.
- May: mild, peak season.
- June: warm, peak season.
- July: warm, peak season.
- August: warm, peak season.
- September: mild, peak season.
- October: cool, busy season.
- November: cool, busy season.
- December: cold, peak season.
How long to stay
Three days.
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Vienna best time to visit questions
When is the best time to visit Vienna?
April to June and September to October. December has the Christmas markets; July and August are hot, with the opera season closed.
How many days do I need in Vienna?
Three days.