Bad Hofgastein weather in January (Salzburg, Austria)

How is the weather in Bad Hofgastein in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Bad Hofgastein generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -2°C. But by evening, they drop to around -10°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Bad Hofgastein in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 52 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January 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 January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 52 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bad Gastein, Austria (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Austria in January

Find out more about the weather in Austria in January and which places have the best weather 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 Bad Hofgastein in January?

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 in January.

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

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