New heat wave reaches Austria: Up to 35 degrees next week

In detail, the forecasts for the individual days show the following picture: Early morning temperatures are eleven to 19 degrees, with daily highs reaching 25 to 32 degrees. On another day, early morning temperatures are nine to 19 degrees, with 26 to 33 degrees expected during the day. Yet another day later, the morning starts at nine to 18 degrees before the thermometer rises to 26 to 33 degrees during the day. On a further day, early morning temperatures are 13 to 21 degrees, with daytime values ranging between 28 and 35 degrees.

Regional focal points of the heat wave

The hottest air of the new heat wave is expected with values of 27 to 34 degrees according to the forecast. By Monday, temperatures can regionally reach up to 34 degrees. On Saturday, the heat increases once again, with 25 to 33 degrees making it very hot overall. In many regions, it is already high-summer-like at 25 to 32 degrees.

On Friday, highs are between 22 and 28 degrees, with up to 31 degrees possible locally in the west and south. On Saturday, temperatures reach 25 to 33 degrees again, with the highest values expected in East Tyrol and Carinthia. Compared to the up to 40.1 degrees already recorded in Austria, the start of July was almost pleasant with temperatures around the 30-degree mark.

Notes from the Severe Weather Center

Geosphere Austria, the state weather service, is closely monitoring the development. The Austrian Severe Weather Center also views the coming days critically. Above all, the nights have cooled down in recent weeks and were in some cases more restful than in mid to late June, as is also known at the Austrian Severe Weather Center. This nighttime cooling is considered an important factor for the recovery of the human body during a heat wave.

The south of Austria is particularly affected by the new heat wave. Carinthia, East Tyrol, and parts of Styria are recording the highest temperatures. Salzburg and the region around the Salzburg Lakes are also within the sphere of influence of the hot air masses. The Adriatic toward Italy and Slovenia acts as an additional heat source that further raises temperatures in the southern parts of the country.

Impact on infrastructure and agriculture

In addition to the temperatures, the duration of the heat stress also plays a role. When nights no longer cool down sufficiently, the strain on the human organism increases. The Severe Weather Center points out that during phases with daytime temperatures above 30 degrees and tropical nights, particular caution is required, especially for older people, children, and persons with pre-existing conditions.

In the western federal states, the heat appears somewhat more moderate. In the west and south, values are high as well, but proximity to the main Alpine ridge provides slight relief. Nevertheless, increased heat stress applies throughout Austria. People are urged to drink sufficient fluids, avoid heavy physical work during midday hours, and seek out cool rooms.

The heat wave also has effects on infrastructure. In cities such as Vienna, Salzburg, and Graz, buildings heat up considerably during the day. The nighttime hours are often not sufficient to fully dissipate the heat. Air conditioning and fans are being used more heavily, placing additional strain on the power grids.

Forecast for the coming days

For agriculture, the persistent heat poses a challenge. Soils are drying out, which is particularly problematic for the already low-precipitation regions in eastern Austria, such as the Waldviertel. Farmers are dependent on rainfall to secure their harvests.

Austria's bodies of water are also affected by the heat. Lakes such as the Salzburg Lakes are warming up, which has effects on water quality and wildlife. High water temperatures promote the growth of algae and can reduce oxygen levels.

The forecast for the coming days shows no quick relief. The hot air masses are expected to remain over Austria until the beginning of the new week. Only then can a possible cooling be expected. The meteorologists are closely monitoring the development of the general weather situation and regularly adjusting their forecasts.

Overall, it is clear that although the new heat wave does not reach the extreme values of the summer so far, it nevertheless represents a noticeable burden. Temperatures of up to 35 degrees require precautionary measures, especially during longer stays outdoors. Authorities and weather services are continuously providing information about the current situation and issuing recommendations for behavior during heat.

In conclusion, it can be stated that Austria is facing another heat wave in the second week of July 2026. Temperatures will widely reach values above 30 degrees, locally up to 35 degrees. The south and west of the country are particularly affected, and a yellow warning is in effect for Thursday. The population is called upon to follow the authorities' instructions and protect themselves from the heat.