Sun in the west, snow in the east: Austria's weather changes!

Sun in the west, snow in the east: Austria's weather changes!

On November 22, 2025, the weather in Austria will be extremely contrasting. While the west and north of the country benefit from bright sunshine, the south and east are faced with dense clouds and light snowfall. According to information from 5min reports that there is a weak influence of high pressure over large parts of the country, which is causing predominantly sunny weather, especially in the western area.

Especially in the western parts of the country, people can expect a lot of sunshine during the day. The sun also prevails in the north and in the eastern flatlands. The situation is different in the rest of Austria, where there are a lot of clouds and light snow is expected in the southeast from late afternoon.

Temperatures and weather conditions

The extremely cold temperatures in November are also noticeable on this day. Early in the morning the thermometer is between minus 11 and 0 degrees, while the daily values ​​fluctuate between minus 2 and plus 3 degrees. The weather in the mountains is similar, with dense clouds in the east and south, while the west and north have good visibility. At an altitude of 2000 meters, temperatures fluctuate between minus 6 degrees (Schneeberg) and minus 13 degrees (Arlberg).

In addition, the forecast from wetter2 describes that November in Austria is traditionally uncomfortable. The temperature usually ranges between 4°C and 9°C, and there are a few days of rain to be expected, as well as a chance of a few days of snow. A recommendation to dress in warm layers is therefore appropriate.

Climatic features and trends

In the context of climate change, the year 2024 in Austria has become known as the warmest year since measurements began. Statista highlights that almost all years since 2011 have been above the long-term average and Vienna clearly had the highest average temperatures with an average of 13.1 degrees. Despite the sunny November, the ongoing weather phenomenon is reflected in more frequent heatwaves and wet rainy periods. Bregenz, for example, recorded the most precipitation with 1,984 millimeters in 2024.

These climatic challenges develop against the background of a perception across society as a whole. Almost half of Austrians view the effects of climate change rather negatively, while around one in two support the goal of climate neutrality by 2040. With 6.54 tons of CO2 emissions per capita, Austria has a comparatively lower balance compared to other European countries.

Overall, today's weather report highlights the transition from mild conditions to colder temperatures typical of November in Austria, while long-term climatic trends remain in the public conversation.