Verdict: Good month
Salzburg Weather in August
August hits the sweet spot in Salzburg — highs around 24°C (75°F), ideal for a full day on foot. It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 17 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, August is a solid month to visit Salzburg.
Average high
24°C / 75°F
Average low
15°C / 59°F
Rain days
~17
Precipitation
194 mm
What to pack for Salzburg in August
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 17 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
August against the rest of the year
Warmest in Salzburg: Jul (25°C / 77°F) · Coolest: Jan (6°C / 43°F) · Wettest: May (~19 rain days)
6°
-3°
Jan
10°
0°
Feb
12°
1°
Mar
14°
3°
Apr
18°
8°
May
24°
13°
Jun
25°
15°
Jul
24°
15°
Aug
21°
11°
Sep
17°
7°
Oct
10°
2°
Nov
6°
-1°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)