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Visiting Austria at any
time of year is a great experience, but remember that the season will
influence what you can do. Summer is the obvious time for hiking,
mountain biking and lake swimming, but ski conditions also make
Austria a fantastic place for winter breaks. Festivals take place
year-round, but the majority of music festivals are held between May
and October.
For
warm weather, aim for the months between April and October, although
these two months can be changeable. Crowds and prices peak in the July
and August high season, when temperatures can also climb to
uncomfortable levels and many famous institutions close down,
including the opera, the Spanish Riding School and the Vienna Boys’
Choir. Consequently, June and September are often the best times for
city trips.
You’ll find cities
less crowded in winter and (except in ski resorts and over Christmas
and Easter) hotel prices lower, although it can get bitingly cold.
Winter sports are in full swing from mid-December to late March, with
the high season over Christmas and New Year and in February. Alpine
resorts are very quiet or close down from late April to mid-June, and
in November and early December.
Austria lies within the
Central European climatic zone, though the eastern part of the country
has a Continental Pannonian climate, with low rainfall, hot summers
and mild winters. The Alps have high precipitation, short summers and
long winters, and visitors should be prepared for all temperatures
there. Seasons are distinct. Summer falls between June and August and
has the highest temperatures, but also the highest levels of rainfall.
Winter can bite hard, especially in December, January and February.
Spring and autumn bring changeable weather, but quite often the most
comfortable temperatures.
Not sure Austria is the
destination for you, visit our Europe
page for more ideas. Choose your perfect holiday and book online.
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