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Vienna in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Vienna are June, July, August and September. In December, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
2°C
Rainfall
27 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Vienna is typically cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 2°C with about 27mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Vienna in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Vergilius Chapel
The Vergilius Chapel is an underground crypt next to the Stephansdom in Vienna. It is rectangular in form, with six niches. Today, it lies approximately 12 meters beneath the Steph
Stephansplatz, Vienna
The Stephansplatz is a square at the geographical centre of Vienna, Austria. It is named after its most prominent building, the Stephansdom, Vienna's cathedral and one of the talle
Vienna
Vienna is the capital, most populous city, and one of the nine states of Austria. It is Austria's primate city, with just over two million inhabitants. Its larger metropolitan area
Trams in Vienna
Trams in Vienna are a vital part of the public transport system in Vienna, capital city of Austria. In operation since 1865, with the completion of a 2 km (1.2 mi) route to industr
Local food tour of Vienna
Taste the signature dishes of Vienna.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Vienna in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Vienna?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Vienna's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Vienna in December?+

Expect average temperatures around 2°C. Rainfall averages about 27mm for the month. In short, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Vienna in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Vienna in December?+

Popular things to do include Vergilius Chapel, Stephansplatz, Vienna, Vienna and Trams in Vienna. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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