Vienna
Decide whether to visit or live in Vienna, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.
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Would you visit or live in Vienna?
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
Travelers should follow the latest entry requirements under the European Entry‑Exit System (EES) and stay updated via the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advice.
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- No high-severity wording detected in the supplied advisory
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Entry requirements (EES)
- Low crime levels but remain vigilant against petty theft
- Access to quality health services
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Vienna month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Vienna are typically June, July and September, with average daytime highs around 22–27°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 27°C), January the coldest (average low -2°C), and September the wettest (about 89 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.1 | -1.7 | 37 | 4.5 |
| February | 7.6 | 0.4 | 34 | 6.3 |
| March | 11.5 | 2.1 | 35 | 8.3 |
| April | 15.9 | 6.0 | 51 | 9.6 |
| May | 19.7 | 10.4 | 76 | 10.5 |
| June | 25.8 | 15.7 | 69 | 12.6 |
| July | 27.1 | 17.2 | 68 | 12.3 |
| August | 27.0 | 17.0 | 60 | 11.4 |
| September | 21.8 | 12.7 | 89 | 9.2 |
| October | 15.9 | 8.2 | 51 | 7.2 |
| November | 9.0 | 3.0 | 47 | 4.9 |
| December | 5.1 | -0.1 | 47 | 4.0 |
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People and places shaping Vienna
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Research updated Friday, September 11, 2026Past and future events in Vienna
Upcoming
- JAPANNUAL 2026
Wikidata records Vienna as the event location. 2026 event with Japanese films in Vienna, Austria.
- 2026–27 Q Tour - Event 4
Wikidata records Vienna as the event location. Snooker tournament.
Previously
- Documented history · 1945
After Vienna was liberated by Soviet forces in 1945, a provisional city government was formed under Socialist Theodor Körner.
- Documented history · 1996
The SPÖ has been the biggest party in the Viennese Parliament ever since, only losing their absolute majority in 1996.
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01 · OverviewVienna, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Vienna took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting Vienna
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Vienna
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Vienna
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in Vienna
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Vienna
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Vienna
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vienna
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01 · Q&AWhere is Vienna located and what are its coordinates?
Vienna is situated in Austria at geographic coordinates 48.2085, 16.3721 with an elevation of 171 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Vienna?
Vienna has a recorded population of approximately 1,691,468 and observes the Europe/Vienna time zone (EUR).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Vienna?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Vienna include de-AT, hr, hu, sl, and the circulating currency is EUR.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Vienna?
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