Vienna vs Salzburg

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Vienna edges ahead as the better destination in July. Vienna offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Salzburg sees 11 sunshine hours and 20 rain days.

Vienna sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Salzburg is also comfortable at 24°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Vienna is the stronger choice in July. Vienna receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Vienna reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Salzburg averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

Vienna receives approximately 78 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Salzburg sees 210 mm over 20 rain days. That makes Vienna the drier option by 8 rain days and 132 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.