Rum Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Rum.
Climate overview of Rum
The climate in Rum, Austria, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 19°C (66°F) in July to -1°C (30°F) in January.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1756 mm (69 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from May to August. August is the wettest month. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 7.7 hours of daily sunshine.
Rum Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Rum — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Rum
In Rum, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July to a very cold -1°C (30°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 8°C (46°F) in July to -10°C (14°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Rum
Rum experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1756 mm (69 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Rum bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 217 mm (8.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 90 mm (3.5 in) over 15 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Rum 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 Rum
In Rum, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.8 hours per average day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Rum by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Rum.
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 Rum
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 1 m/s (2 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during 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 Rum
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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Rum
What is the best time to visit Rum?
September typically offers the most optimal weather in Rum. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Rum has a distinct rainy season from May to August.
What temperatures can I expect in Rum?
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 Rum get?
Annual rainfall is around 1756 mm (69 in). August is the wettest month with 217 mm (8.5 in), while January is the driest with 90 mm (3.5 in).
How sunny is Rum?
Rum 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.
Rum 3-Day Forecast
Rum 3-Day Forecast
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