Weather

Austria falls within the central European climatic zone, though the eastern part of the country (where Vienna is situated) has a Continental Pannonian climate, characterised by a mean temperature in July that hovers around 20°C and annual rainfall usually under 800mm.

The differences in temperature between day and night and summer and winter are greater here than in the west of the country. July and August can be very hot, and a hotel with air-conditioning would be an asset at this time. Winter is surprisingly cold, especially in January, and you would need to bring plenty of warm clothing. Damp maritime winds sometimes sweep in from the west, and the Föhn, a warm wind from the south, is not an uncommon occurrence throughout the entire year. The average rainfall is 710mm per year, with most falling between May and August, causing the Danube to flood in recent years.