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Bad Hofgastein weather in December (Salzburg, Austria)

What kind of weather does December bring to Bad Hofgastein? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Bad Hofgastein typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December ushers in the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach -1°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -9°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Bad Hofgastein in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 32 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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

 

Bad Hofgastein, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 32 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Bad Gastein, Austria (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Austria in December

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 Hofgastein 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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