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City · Styria

Graz

Graz Stadt · Austria

Local time
04:36 AM
Population
303.3K
Elevation
362 m
Best time to go
Jun–Sep
Go score 75/100
Main airport
GRZ
8 km
Time zone
UTC+2
Europe/Vienna
At a glance

Innere Stadt is the 1st city-district of the Austrian city of Graz, capital of the state of Styria. It is the part of the Old Town containing the Schloßberg and the city park (Stadtpark). The district borders are formed by the river Mur between Radetzkybrücke and Keplerbrücke, the Wickenburggasse, the Glacis, Jakominiplatz and the Radetzkystraße.

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The best months to visit are June–September.

July is the hottest month, with highs around 25°C (78°F).

January is the coldest month, with lows around -5°C (22°F).

The wettest month is June, with rain on about 15 days.

July is the sunniest month, with about 7.6 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 80% of places in Austria.

Weather

16-day forecast

Graz weather forecast

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European AQI47Moderate
PM2.527.6
PM1029.6
NO₂16.9
O₃38
Pollen
Alder 0Birch 0Grass 0Mugwort 0Olive 0Ragweed 0
Climate

Best time to visit Graz

Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goJune–September
-10°0°10°20°30° 075150 mm Jan · 24 mmFeb · 32 mmMar · 45 mmApr · 53 mmMay · 84 mmJun · 119 mmJul · 124 mmAug · 114 mmSep · 81 mmOct · 63 mmNov · 55 mmDec · 37 mm 2°5°10°15°21°24°25°25°20°14°7°3° -5°-4°0°4°9°12°14°13°9°5°0°-4° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high2°5°10°15°21°24°25°25°20°14°7°3°
Average low-5°-4°0°4°9°12°14°13°9°5°0°-4°
Rainfall (mm)243245538411912411481635537
Rain days68111315151414119129
Sunshine per day (h)2.23.34.55.46.87.17.67.15.64.42.82.2
Daylight (h)8.910.211.813.51515.915.514.212.510.89.38.5
Humidity (%)878277747475767983858788
Wind (km/h)78910109988787
Go score121529476670737571501612

The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.

Tourist density

Graz: tourist crowds by month

How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.

Tourist density
Low
Busiest months
July–August
Quietest months
April and November
Sweet spot
May–June and September
Good weather, fewer crowds
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy ★ Sweet spot

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Graz
Practical

Graz: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.

Power plugs
CF
Voltage
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Drive on the right
Currency

Euro

EUR · €

1 USD ≈ 0.892 EUR

Languages
Bavarian
Calling code
+43
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
1
Exercise normal precautionsUS travel advisory
No travel warningsUK travel advice · Aug 11, 2026
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Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurant€17.00≈ $19.00
  • Cappuccino€3.90≈ $4.40
  • Beer (0.5 l)€5.90≈ $6.60
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.70≈ $2.00
  • Taxi, 5 km€12.00≈ $14.00
  • Public transport ticket€2.20≈ $2.50
  • Mid-range hotel, per night€130≈ $145

Estimated from Austria’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 85% of US levels.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Oct 26National Holiday
  • Nov 1All Saints' Day
  • Dec 8Immaculate Conception
  • Dec 25Christmas Day
  • Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
  • Jan 6Epiphany
Earthquake history

1 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.

Strongest: M5.1 (2001).

Map

How to get to Graz

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Graz

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Graz
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Wildlife around here

The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Graz?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Graz is June–September.

What is the weather like in Graz in October?

In October, Graz averages a high of 14°C (57°F) and a low of 5°C (40°F), with 63 mm of rain on about 9 days.

What is the rainiest month in Graz?

June, with rain on about 15 days.

What is the nearest airport to Graz?

Graz Airport (GRZ), about 8 km away.

What power plugs are used in Austria?

Plug types C, F, 230 V.

What currency is used in Austria?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Austria?

112.

Is Austria safe to visit?

US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.

When is Graz most crowded?

The busiest months are July–August.

When is Graz least crowded?

The quietest months are April and November.

When is the best time to visit Graz without the crowds?

May–June and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.

What time zone is Graz in?

Europe/Vienna (UTC+2).

What is the population of Graz?

About 303,270.