Innsbruck Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Innsbruck.
Climate overview of Innsbruck
Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) in July, while winters cool to -1°C (30°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1774 mm (70 in) per year. August is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from May to August, with pleasant summers and very cold winters. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 7.7 hours of daily sunshine.
Innsbruck Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Innsbruck - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Innsbruck
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Innsbruck. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -1°C (30°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 8°C (46°F) in July to around -10°C (14°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Innsbruck
Innsbruck has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1774 mm (70 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 223 mm (8.8 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snowfall, with 89 mm (3.5 in) over 15 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Innsbruck Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Innsbruck
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Innsbruck. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.8 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Innsbruck by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Innsbruck.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 61%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Innsbruck
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Innsbruck
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Fewer rainy days: February, September, October, November and December
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from May to August, with pleasant summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -10°C (14°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Innsbruck
What is the best time to visit Innsbruck?
September typically offers the most optimal weather in Innsbruck. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Innsbruck has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with pleasant summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Innsbruck?
Daytime highs range from -1°C (30°F) in January to 19°C (66°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -10°C (14°F) to 8°C (46°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Innsbruck get?
Annual rainfall is around 1774 mm (70 in). August is the wettest month with 223 mm (8.8 in), while January is the driest with 89 mm (3.5 in).
How sunny is Innsbruck?
Innsbruck receives around 1,952 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 230 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 85 hours.
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