Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Schwaz.
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The climate in Schwaz, Tyrol, Austria, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 20°C (68°F) in July to 0°C (32°F) in January.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1755 mm (69 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with pleasant summers and very cold winters. June is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in May, when the city sees around 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.
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In Schwaz, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July to a very cold 0°C (32°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 9°C (48°F) in July to -9°C (16°F) in January.
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Schwaz experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1755 mm (69 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Schwaz bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 215 mm (8.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 94 mm (3.7 in) over 16 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Schwaz Precipitation page.
In Schwaz, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.2 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 0.1 hours per average day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Schwaz.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 84%. 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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
July and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Schwaz. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, August, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Schwaz has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with pleasant summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 0°C (32°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -9°C (16°F) to 9°C (48°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1755 mm (69 in). June is the wettest month with 215 mm (8.5 in), while January is the driest with 94 mm (3.7 in).
Schwaz receives around 1,308 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 185 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 3 hours.
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