Wals Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Wals.
Climate overview of Wals
The climate in Wals, Salzburg, Austria, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 23°C (73°F) in July to 2°C (36°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1831 mm (72 in) per year. June is the wettest month and November the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from May to August. July is the sunniest month, averaging 7.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Wals Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Wals — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Wals
In Wals, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 2°C (36°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around -5°C (23°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Wals
Wals experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1831 mm (72 in) of precipitation annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. June brings wetter days averaging 218 mm (8.6 in) of precipitation, spread over 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month November experiences a drier climate, with about 109 mm (4.3 in) of rainfall spread across 14 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Wals 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 Wals
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Wals. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Wals by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Wals.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 76%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 52%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Wals
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 Wals
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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Wals
What is the best time to visit Wals?
August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Wals. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Wals has a distinct rainy season from May to August.
What temperatures can I expect in Wals?
Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -5°C (23°F) to 12°C (54°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Wals get?
Annual rainfall is around 1831 mm (72 in). June is the wettest month with 218 mm (8.6 in), while November is the driest with 109 mm (4.3 in).
How sunny is Wals?
Wals receives around 1,707 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 223 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 62 hours.
Wals 3-Day Forecast
Wals 3-Day Forecast
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