Hallstatt weather in December (Upper Austria, Austria)

Is Hallstatt a good destination in December, weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Hallstatt includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is part of the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 1°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -7°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

Hallstatt in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 15 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 57 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 Hallstatt. August typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Hallstatt, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 122 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 57 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Bad Ischl, Austria (17 KM, 10 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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