Lienz Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Lienz, Tyrol, Austria, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) in July, while winters cool to -3°C (27°F) in January.
With around 1518 mm (60 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Lienz has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct rainy season from June to August. The wettest month is July. The sunniest month is July, with 8.0 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Lienz
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Lienz. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 18°C (64°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -3°C (27°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 8°C (46°F) in July to -11°C (12°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Lienz
Lienz has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1518 mm (60 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Lienz can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 180 mm (7.1 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 67 mm (2.6 in) of precipitation spread across 14 snowy days days. For more details, please visit our Lienz 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 Lienz
Lienz can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.6 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 Lienz by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Lienz.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 78%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 47%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Lienz 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Lienz
During the months of June, July and August, Lienz enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 18°C (65°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 174 mm (6.9 in) in August to 180 mm (7.1 in) in July. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during June, July and August, bringing heavy precipitation. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
