Vienna in January
January in Vienna brings highs around 40°F (4°C), lows near 32°F and about 8 rainy days. The sun sets around 4:27 pm. It's off season for sightseeing: cold and quieter.
Photo: Andrzej Otrębski, CC BY-SA 4.0
What January is good for in Vienna
Each activity rated for January's weather.
January next to December and February
| Month | December | January | February |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 40°F (5°C) | 40°F (4°C) | 45°F (7°C) |
| Low | 33°F (1°C) | 32°F (0°C) | 34°F (1°C) |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| Sunset | 4:01 pm | 4:27 pm | 5:16 pm |
| Daylight | 8 h 23 min | 8 h 47 min | 10 h 14 min |
Averages for Vienna, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th.
Tours in Vienna
Guided Walking Tour of Vienna City Center HighlightsFrom $31View 
Best of Vienna : Historic Center Walking TourFrom $89View 
Vienna : Vienna Forest Tour with Underground Lake and Wine TastingFrom $149View 
Historical Hitler Walking Tour of ViennaFrom $31View 
Big Bus Vienna Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing TourFrom $32View 
Vienna Guided Food Tour with 7 Food Tastings & a Secret DishFrom $122View
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Questions
Is January a good time to visit Vienna?
It's off season for sightseeing: cold and quieter. The most comfortable months overall are April, June, July, August, September and October.
How hot is Vienna in January?
Average highs are about 40°F (4°C) and lows about 32°F (0°C).
Does it rain much in Vienna in January?
January averages 8 rainy days, against 9 in the wettest month.
