Austria weather in December
Planning a journey to Austria this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Austria in December?
In December, Austria experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December falls during the winter season.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Matrei in Osttirol at -5°C to cold in Bad Radkersburg at 5°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Bad Radkersburg and -11°C in Matrei in Osttirol. In many areas in Austria, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Mitterretzbach with an average of 38 mm to high snow/rainfall in Sibratsgfäll with 138 mm. Vienna experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 52 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
For a closer look at December's conditions in Austria, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Austria's yearly weather, check out our Austria climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Austria?
Average weather in Vienna
In December Vienna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Sölden
In December Sölden generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Zell am See
In December Zell am See generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Saalbach Hinterglemm
In December Saalbach Hinterglemm generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Neustift im Stubaital
In December Neustift im Stubaital generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Austria.
Is December the best time to visit Austria?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Austria due to the typically poor weather in Vienna.
On average, the best time to visit Austria is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Vienna. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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