Monthly climate guide
Salzburg weather in December
December in Salzburg is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 4°C (40°F) and night-time lows near -2°C (29°F). The month usually brings about 83 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Keep a flexible plan: if showers roll in, shift Mirabell Palace and Gardens to a drier part of the day.
- Salzburg is usually about 3°C warmer than Zell am See, 60 km away, in December.
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -2°C, and frost is common.
- December is among Salzburg's three coolest months.
Avg high
4°C
40°F
Avg low
-2°C
29°F
Rainfall
83 mm
some rain
Humidity
89%
relative
Sky
74%
cloud · often cloudy
Salzburg weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -4°C / 25°F | 109 mm | 91% | 78% |
| February | 4°C / 39°F | -3°C / 26°F | 67 mm | 87% | 74% |
| March | 9°C / 49°F | 0°C / 32°F | 68 mm | 82% | 69% |
| April | 15°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 65 mm | 77% | 71% |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 8°C / 46°F | 155 mm | 79% | 77% |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 54°F | 169 mm | 78% | 73% |
| July | 23°C / 74°F | 14°C / 57°F | 145 mm | 77% | 69% |
| August | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 140 mm | 77% | 62% |
| September | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 50°F | 114 mm | 82% | 66% |
| October | 15°C / 58°F | 5°C / 42°F | 102 mm | 86% | 68% |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 1°C / 34°F | 56 mm | 89% | 71% |
| December | 4°C / 40°F | -2°C / 29°F | 83 mm | 89% | 74% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Salzburg?
Our Salzburg guide recommends: May to September for hiking and outdoor sightseeing, or December for its Christmas market.
A Sound of Music tour is popular but optional — the old town and fortress are worth the trip on their own merits.
Best time to visit Salzburg →Other Austria cities in December
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Salzburg in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Salzburg?
December is cool in Salzburg, with highs around 4°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Salzburg in December?
Average highs are about 4°C (40°F) and average lows about -2°C (29°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Salzburg in December?
Salzburg typically gets around 83 mm of rain in December — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Salzburg?
May to September for hiking and outdoor sightseeing, or December for its Christmas market.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Salzburg (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.