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Salzkammergut Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Salzkammergut, Austria in April.

Are you planning a trip a to the Salzkammergut, Austria in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Salzkammergut in April

The Salzkammergut, Austria is a region in Austria. April in the Salzkammergut generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Hallstatt at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Mondsee at 14°C (57°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Mondsee and 0°C (32°F) in Hallstatt.

For a closer look at conditions across the Salzkammergut, Austria, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Gmunden with an average of 101 mm (4 in) to high rainfall in St. Wolfgang with 128 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take St. Wolfgang as an example - it receives around 140 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Salzkammergut — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hallstatt)

Best Places to Visit in the Salzkammergut in April

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

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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 the Salzkammergut

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Salzkammergut, Austria?

Temperature range in the Salzkammergut (April)

Precipitation variation in the Salzkammergut (April)

St. Wolfgang

In April St. Wolfgang generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
140 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
128 mm (5 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Hallstatt

In April Hallstatt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
140 hours
164 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
126 mm (5 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Mondsee

In April Mondsee generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
153 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Bad Ischl

In April Bad Ischl generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
140 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Gmunden

In April Gmunden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
150 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Salzkammergut, in Austria.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Salzkammergut in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hallstatt 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 126 mm (5 in)
St. Wolfgang 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Mondsee 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Bad Ischl 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Gmunden 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Bad Aussee 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)

The Salzkammergut weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Salzkammergut, Austria in April?

Expect poor weather across the Salzkammergut, Austria in April. The popular destination of St. Wolfgang averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Salzkammergut, Austria in April?

Daytime temperatures in St. Wolfgang peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in April, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

Does the Salzkammergut, Austria get a lot of rain in April?

the Salzkammergut, Austria sees substantial rainfall in April. St. Wolfgang typically averages about 128 mm (5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Salzkammergut, Austria?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to the Salzkammergut, Austria with often poor weather in St. Wolfgang.

Generally speaking, August and September provide tolerable weather in St. Wolfgang. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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