Kaprun weather in January (Salzburg, Austria)

Looking to travel to Kaprun in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Kaprun generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -2°C, while night temperatures can drop to -10°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Kaprun in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 96 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 73 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kaprun. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kaprun, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 2°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 73 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Zell am See, Austria (7 KM, 4 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 Kaprun in January?

Visitors traveling to Kaprun should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow. With a water temperature of around 2°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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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