April in Bad Gastein averages 7°C (45°F) during the day and -2°C (28°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 111 mm (4.4 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Bad Gastein. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bad Gastein typically rise from around 12°C (54°F) at the start of April to approximately 15°C (59°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -2°C (28°F) to 2°C (36°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bad Gastein spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Bad Gastein between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Austria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Austria in April →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Bad Gastein in April. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Vienna
17°C (63°F) Salzburg
14°C (57°F) Schladming9°C (48°F) Saalbach Hinterglemm9°C (48°F) Zell am See9°C (48°F) Mayrhofen7°C (45°F) Neustift im Stubaital6°C (43°F) Sölden
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