Weather in February in Austria
Planning a getaway to Austria this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Austria in February?
The weather in Austria in February can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During February, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Matrei in Osttirol at -3°C to cold in Bad Radkersburg at 8°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Bad Radkersburg and -11°C in Matrei in Osttirol.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Mitterretzbach with an average of 32 mm to high snow/rainfall in Sibratsgfäll with 126 mm. In Vienna, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.Average sunshine
The city Vienna usually sees around 100 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For specific regional insights in Austria for February, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Austria climate page.
Where to go in Austria in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Austria?
Vienna
In February Vienna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Sölden
In February Sölden generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Zell am See
In February Zell am See generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Saalbach Hinterglemm
In February Saalbach Hinterglemm generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Neustift im Stubaital
In February Neustift im Stubaital generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is February the best time to visit Austria?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Vienna, February may not be the ideal time to visit Austria.
On average, the best time to visit Austria is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Vienna. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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