Bad Gastein Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Bad Gastein is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 18°C (64°F) in July to a very cold -2°C (28°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 8°C (46°F) in July to -10°C (14°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Bad Gastein has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1539 mm (61 in) of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in Bad Gastein bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 182 mm (7.2 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 80 mm (3.1 in) over 15 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Bad Gastein Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Bad Gastein, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.1 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Bad Gastein.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 76%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 46%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year