Salzburg

Salzburg Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Salzburg, Austria in January.

Planning a journey to Salzburg, Austria this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Salzburg in January

Salzburg, Austria is a region in Austria. January in Salzburg generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Enzingerboden at -3°C (27°F) to cold in Seeham at 3°C (37°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C (25°F) in Seeham and -10°C (14°F) in Enzingerboden. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Salzburg, Austria. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To explore the conditions in Salzburg, Austria in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Ramingstein with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to high snowfall in Strobl with 123 mm (4.8 in). In Zell am See, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Zell am See sees roughly 73 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Salzburg by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Salzburg — and find the best time to visit. (based on Zell am See)

Best Places to Visit in Salzburg in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Salzburg.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Salzburg

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Salzburg, Austria?

Temperature range in Salzburg (January)

Precipitation variation in Salzburg (January)

Zell am See

In January Zell am See generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
73 hours
102 hours
Monthly snowfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Saalbach Hinterglemm

In January Saalbach Hinterglemm generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
73 hours
102 hours
Monthly snowfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Salzburg

In January Salzburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
68 hours
90 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Kaprun

In January Kaprun generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
73 hours
102 hours
Monthly snowfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Wagrain

In January Wagrain generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
76 hours
95 hours
122 hours
Monthly snowfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Austria January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Austria in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Austria was -18°C (0°F) in Salzburg on January 8, 1985.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Salzburg in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zell am See -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Salzburg 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Saalbach Hinterglemm -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Kaprun -2°C (28°F) -10°C (14°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Wagrain -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Bad Gastein -2°C (28°F) -10°C (14°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

Salzburg weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Salzburg, Austria in January?

January in Salzburg, Austria brings poor weather. In Zell am See, daytime temperatures are typically around -1°C (30°F) and nighttime lows hover near -9°C (16°F).

What is the average temperature in Salzburg, Austria in January?

Average temperatures in Salzburg, Austria during January range from a nighttime low near -9°C (16°F) to a daytime high around -1°C (30°F) in Zell am See.

Does Salzburg, Austria get a lot of snow in January?

Zell am See typically receives notable snowfall in January, about 102 mm (4 in) on average across Salzburg, Austria.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Salzburg, Austria?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Salzburg, Austria due to the typically poor weather in Zell am See.

On average, the best time to visit Salzburg, Austria is in September with generally unpleasant weather in Zell am See.

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