Vienna · Austria
December
Vienna's most celebrated month — Christmas markets are among Europe's finest, prices reflect it.
Strong option
#11 of 12 months
There are better months for Vienna — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
3°C
Low
-1.5°C
Rain
42mm
Sun
2hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How December scores in Vienna
Weather
Below average
Value
Above average
Crowds
Average
Events
Perfect
Atmosphere
Perfect
What you gain in December
- ↑Christkindlmarkt at Rathausplatz: Europe's most beautifully illuminated Christmas market
- ↑State Opera Christmas gala and Philharmonic concerts: peak cultural programming
- ↑If it snows (not guaranteed but possible): Schönbrunn and Belvedere under snow are extraordinary
What you sacrifice
- ↓Prices spike significantly for Christmas week and New Year's Eve
- ↓Rathausplatz Christmas market crowded from afternoon through evening throughout December
- ↓Cold (−2°C overnight) and minimal sunshine: not the city for outdoor exploration
How December compares to September (best month)
| Factor | December | September ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 3 | 9 |
| Value | 5 | 5 |
| Crowds | 4 | 5 |
December in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Vienna, not across destinations. Methodology →