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Bad Gastein weather in January (Salzburg, Austria)

How is January weather typically in Bad Gastein? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Bad Gastein typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is typically considered a winter month. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach -2°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -10°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Precipitation

Bad Gastein in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 52 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Bad Gastein. August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bad Gastein climate page with graphs.

 

Bad Gastein, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 52 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in Austria in January

Find out more about the weather in Austria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Bad Gastein should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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