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Salzkammergut Weather in August

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

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

What to Expect in the Salzkammergut in August

The Salzkammergut, Austria is a region in Austria. August in the Salzkammergut generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Hallstatt at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Gmunden at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Gmunden and 10°C (50°F) in Hallstatt. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in the Salzkammergut, Austria.

For specific regional insights in the Salzkammergut, Austria, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Gmunden with an average of 157 mm (6.2 in) to heavy rainfall in St. Wolfgang with 191 mm (7.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take St. Wolfgang as an example - it receives around 181 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 August

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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 August for some of the most popular destinations in the Salzkammergut, Austria?

Temperature range in the Salzkammergut (August)

Precipitation variation in the Salzkammergut (August)

St. Wolfgang

In August St. Wolfgang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
181 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
212 mm (8.3 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Hallstatt

In August Hallstatt generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
181 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Mondsee

In August Mondsee generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
202 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Bad Ischl

In August Bad Ischl generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
181 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Gmunden

In August Gmunden generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
196 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
164 mm (6.5 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hallstatt 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
St. Wolfgang 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Mondsee 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Bad Ischl 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Gmunden 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Bad Aussee 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)

The Salzkammergut weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in the Salzkammergut, Austria brings tolerable weather. In St. Wolfgang, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

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

Average temperatures in the Salzkammergut, Austria during August range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in St. Wolfgang.

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

Rainfall in the Salzkammergut, Austria peaks during August. St. Wolfgang averages roughly 191 mm (7.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Salzkammergut, Austria. Typically, the climate in St. Wolfgang is tolerable.

Generally speaking, August and September provide tolerable weather in St. Wolfgang. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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