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Weather in Vienna in winter and clothing tips
Winter in Vienna lasts from around the end of November to March. The temperature usually hovers around 0 °C, often dropping slightly below. The average daily temperature in December is around +1 °C, in January it can reach -4 °C, and in February it rises again to +3 °C. The main features of the Viennese winter are high humidity (up to 80–100%) and a biting wind of up to 10–14 m/s. Due to the humidity, it feels colder than the thermometers show. Snow falls in Vienna, but within the city limits it usually does not stay long and melts quickly, making the streets wet and slippery.
How should tourists dress? Be sure to bring a warm, windproof jacket, scarf, hat, and gloves. Dress in layers so you can easily adapt to the transition from the cold streets to heated museums or cafes. Waterproof, comfortable boots are a must-have, as there can be wet snow and ice in winter. Also, don't forget your camera or smartphone —wintertime Vienna is very photogenic, and you're sure to take dozens of spectacular photos against the snowy backdrop of palaces and the lights of the holiday markets.
Christmas markets and winter holidays
In December, Vienna becomes the capital of Christmas markets and celebrations. It is the most vibrant and cozy time of the year: the city is filled with the aromas of cinnamon and mulled wine, lights shine everywhere, and Christmas music fills the squares. Winter in Vienna is a series of festivals: markets are open in the run-up to Christmas, the ball season begins in January and February, and New Year's Eve is marked by a grand street party.
Christmas market on Rathausplatz
The most famous in the city. Against the backdrop of the Gothic Town Hall, more than 150 Weihnachtstraum stalls sell Christmas tree decorations, handcrafted souvenirs, and traditional treats. Try hot chestnuts, Lebkuchengingerbread , and a glass of steaming punch or mulled wine—without these, it's hard to feel the spirit of Austrian Christmas. The fair is open from mid-November to December 26. It is especially beautiful here in the evenings: the facade of the Town Hall is illuminated, music fills the air, and a festive ice rink is flooded nearby (more on that below).
The fair at Schönbrunn Palace
Against the backdrop of the baroque Schönbrunn Palace stands a decorated Christmas tree, and wooden houses offer handmade Christmas tree decorations, toys, and sweets. You can also hear Christmas concerts here. The market is open until early January, so even after Christmas, you will have a chance to visit it.
© depositphotos Fair on Karlsplatz
Known as the "Artistic Advent