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Cold front brings snowfall to Austria: What will October be like?
On October 5, 2025, Austria expects changeable weather with rain and snowfall up to 1,500 meters. Tips for everyday life.
Cold front brings snowfall to Austria: What will October be like?
On Sunday, October 5, 2025, the weather in Austria will be unsettled and cool. As 5min.at reports, residual clouds are widespread and the rain in the mountains and in the south can sometimes be heavy. As the fault zone moves southeast, the rain will ease and the clouds will clear.
In the regions on the north side of the Alps and in the north of Austria, a change of sun and clouds can be observed. In addition, individual rain showers occur, with the snowfall limit being around 1,100 to 1,500 meters above sea level. Moderate to brisk winds will blow from the west, while there will be light winds in the south. The temperatures range between 4 and 11 degrees in the morning, while they reach a maximum of 10 to 14 degrees in the afternoon.
Weather conditions in the mountains
The weather in the mountains is changeable with dense clouds and sleet as well as snow showers. Visibility is limited, with the snow line around 1,400 meters above sea level. Strong to stormy winds are expected on the mountain from westerly to northwesterly directions, with some strong gusts. At an altitude of 2,000 meters, the temperature is reported to be around minus two degrees.
In this context, October in Austria is traditionally a month with changeable weather. According to wetter2.com, the temperature this month is between 8°C and 15°C. In general, an average of 5 rainy days and a rainfall of around 74 mm are expected in October. The recommendation for this month is to bring a warm jacket and an umbrella.
Temperature statistics and weather experiences
In October you can expect an average high of 15°C and a low of 8°C. As bestereisezeit.at adds, the weather is often sunny and dry, especially at the beginning of October, although showers cannot be ruled out. In comparison, towards the end of the month the temperature drops to an average of 13°C, with night temperatures ranging between 5°C and 7°C.
In summary, October in Austria offers both sunny and showery days and has a wide range of temperatures. The weather is generally good and preparations for fall should include both warm and water-repellent clothing.