Austria in December
Vienna glows and fills in the evenings while the slopes reopen for the winter.
Is December a good time to visit Austria?
December sits mid-range in Austria — around 73/100 nationally. February is noticeably calmer.
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What closes and what fills up in December
- Christmas markets from mid-November
- Ski season opens
Austria city by city in December
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
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How December compares across the year
Frequently asked questions
Is December a good month to visit Austria?
December sits mid-range in Austria — around 73/100 nationally. February is noticeably calmer.
How busy is Austria in December?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Austria sits near 73/100 in December. The calmest of them is Vienna.
What is the weather like in Austria in December?
Expect average highs near 4°C and lows near -1°C, with roughly 9 wet days — though Austria varies by region.