Weather in February in Salzkammergut
Planning a journey to Salzkammergut this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Salzkammergut in February?
Salzkammergut is a region in Austria. February in Salzkammergut generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Hallstatt at 2°C to cold in Mondsee at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C in Mondsee and -7°C in Hallstatt. In many regions in Austria, February is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Gmunden with an average of 100 mm to high snow/rainfall in St. Wolfgang with 124 mm.Average sunshine
St. Wolfgang experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 85 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor a closer look at February's conditions in Salzkammergut, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Salzkammergut's yearly weather, check out our Salzkammergut climate page.
Where to go in Salzkammergut in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Salzkammergut?
St. Wolfgang
In February St. Wolfgang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Hallstatt
In February Hallstatt generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Mondsee
In February Mondsee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Bad Ischl
In February Bad Ischl generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Gmunden
In February Gmunden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is February the best time to visit Salzkammergut?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in St. Wolfgang, February may not be the ideal time to visit Salzkammergut.
On average, the best time to visit Salzkammergut is in August and September with generally tolerable weather in St. Wolfgang. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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