Climate and weather in Austria

What is the climate like in Austria?

The climate in Austria is varied and influenced by landscapes with high mountain ranges, valleys and plains. Austria, which is located in the central parts of Europe, has a temperate climate with distinct seasons. In the western parts of Austria it is an alpine climate, cold winters with snow and cool summers. The eastern parts of Austria, such as Vienna, have a more continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. In the south of Austria there is a milder climate that can sometimes be reminiscent of a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and pleasant autumns. The Alps mountain range acts as a weather barrier and is one of the reasons why the climate in the north and south can differ.

What is the weather like in Austria?

In the Alpine parts of Austria, winters bring a lot of snow and cold temperatures. Summers in the Alps are cool and temperatures are pleasant, but the weather can change quickly and thunderstorms are common during the summer months. In Vienna, it is usually sunny during the summers and during the winter it can be cold with snow and frost. During both autumn and spring in Austria, the weather is generally mild with pleasant temperatures, but also weather that can change.