October 3 sees frequent showers in Salzburg. Historical data shows a 42% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 17°C. You'll enjoy Salzburg with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Salzburg
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
German
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.3
Salzburg Weather Forecast for October 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.2°C. 42% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Salzburg in October
Based on historical data for October 3, Salzburg typically experiences temperatures between 7.9°C and 17.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 42% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Salzburg
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
17.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
42%
Avg 3.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~42% chance
Pressure
1017.5 hPa
Medium volatility
Salzburg Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 73 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 110 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 183 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Austria
Flight Traffic
Moderate
53/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~16
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Salzburg
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:10
☀️ Noon
11:58
🌇 Sunset
17:45
⏱️ Daylight
11h 35m
Wind Speed
8.6 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
84%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Salzburg
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Salzburg on October 3 averages 17.2°C with a 42% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 79/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Salzburg Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
September 30
17.4°C • 37% rain
Score
82
October 1
17.4°C • 39% rain
Score
82
September 26
17.7°C • 43% rain
Score
81
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📍 Is Salzburg Worth Visiting on October 3?
Planning a trip to Salzburg on October 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.2°C with a 42% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 16 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Austria, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.6°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 1.3°C in 2025.