Salzburg Weather in November

November weather

November feels chilly, damp and often grey in Salzburg. Afternoons reach about 9°C, while nights can fall to 1°C. Rain comes on around 12 days, and the short daylight leaves little time for long outdoor plans.

You can still enjoy the Old Town, ducking into Salzburg Cathedral, museums and cafés when showers arrive. A walk along the Salzach works on brighter days, but muddy trails and low cloud can spoil mountain views. Save longer hikes for another month.

Events and evenings

All Saints' Day on November 1 is a public holiday in Austria. You may notice families visiting graves, including at St Peter's Cemetery in the Old Town. Shops and some attractions may have holiday hours, so check locally.

Salzburg's Christkindlmarkt at Residenzplatz usually opens toward the end of November. Before it starts, the city feels quieter than during December's festive rush. For a cosy stop after sightseeing, try a slice of Salzburger Nockerl, a local sweet soufflé.

Crowds and practical tips

November sits between the popular autumn months and December's Christmas-market season. You'll generally find fewer visitors and softer hotel demand than in October or December, though prices vary. It's a calmer time for the lanes around Getreidegasse, but some seasonal sights may have reduced hours.

Families may prefer November's quieter museums to the December crowds, especially on a rainy afternoon. At Hohensalzburg Fortress, take the funicular up from Festungsgasse if the steep walk feels slippery; save the outdoor ramparts for a clear spell.