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Tyrol Weather in January

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

Planning a trip to the Tyrol, Austria this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Tyrol in January

The Tyrol, Austria is a region in Austria. January in the Tyrol generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Nauders at -5°C (23°F) to cold in Erl at 2°C (36°F). At night it cools down to -6°C (21°F) in Erl and -14°C (7°F) in Nauders. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in the Tyrol, Austria. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Sillian with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to high snowfall in Steeg with 120 mm (4.7 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Sölden usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Sölden as an example - it receives around 103 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.

Explore the Tyrol by month

Best Places to Visit in the Tyrol in January

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

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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 Tyrol

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

Temperature range in the Tyrol (January)

Precipitation variation in the Tyrol (January)

Sölden

In January Sölden generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
103 hours
125 hours
Monthly snowfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Neustift im Stubaital

In January Neustift im Stubaital generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
100 hours
124 hours
Monthly snowfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Mayrhofen

In January Mayrhofen 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
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
11 hours
3 hours
73 hours
Monthly snowfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Seefeld in Tirol

In January Seefeld in Tirol generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°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
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
100 hours
124 hours
Monthly snowfall
101 mm (4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Längenfeld

In January Längenfeld generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
77 hours
113 hours
Monthly snowfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 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 the Tyrol in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Innsbruck -1°C (30°F) -10°C (14°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Sölden -4°C (25°F) -13°C (9°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Neustift im Stubaital -3°C (27°F) -11°C (12°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Mayrhofen -2°C (28°F) -10°C (14°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Seefeld in Tirol -1°C (30°F) -10°C (14°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Längenfeld -3°C (27°F) -12°C (10°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

The Tyrol weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

the Tyrol, Austria typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Sölden average around -4°C (25°F), and temperatures drop to about -13°C (9°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Sölden peak at roughly -4°C (25°F) in January, dropping to about -13°C (9°F) overnight.

Does the Tyrol, Austria get a lot of snow in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Tyrol, Austria during January, with Sölden averaging close to 77 mm (3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Tyrol, Austria?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sölden, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Tyrol, Austria.

On average, the best time to visit the Tyrol, Austria is in with generally poor weather in Sölden.

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