Weather · January

Vienna weather in January

Temperature, rain, what to pack and what to know

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January in Vienna: changeable weather. Roughly 8h 35m of daylight, with light from about 07:37 to 16:12. January isn't peak season in Vienna. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Vienna in January

Average temp—
Rain this month—
Daylight8.6 h
Sun07:37–16:12
Seasonshoulder
What to do

Vienna in January — what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

This month: Ball season — around 450 formal balls, peaking with the Opernball in late February. Opera and concerts every night.

This month: Ski season at its peak (Innsbruck, Zell am See, Kitzbühel). The Vienna New Year's Concert (1 Jan). Balls in Vienna all month.

The Vienna guide · Public holidays in Austria

Questions & answers

Vienna in January — FAQ

Does it snow in Vienna in January?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Vienna in January?
About 8h 35m of daylight. The sun rises around 07:37 and sets around 16:12. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is January a good time to visit Vienna?
January isn't peak season in Vienna. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
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Vienna — flights & hotels

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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991–2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation