The best times to visit Gastein Valley for ideal weather are

June 4th to September 2nd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Gastein Valley Travel Info

Weather in Gastein Valley

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gastein Valley vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Gastein Valley, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 76.5°F (24.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 52.1°F (11.2°C) at night.

Gastein Valley Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Gastein Valley Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Gastein Valley Perceived Temperature (F)

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Gastein Valley Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Gastein Valley Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 35.5 26.9 20.3
Feb 39.7 28.3 20.6
Mar 48.5 36.2 28.1
Apr 58.7 45.1 34.8
May 64.7 51.7 41.5
Jun 70.4 57.9 48.4
Jul 74.2 61.1 51.4
Aug 73.6 60 50.5
Sep 64.4 51.9 43.6
Oct 56.5 43.3 35.6
Nov 47 35.5 28.5
Dec 35.9 27.2 21.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 1.9 -2.8 -6.5
Feb 4.3 -2.1 -6.3
Mar 9.2 2.3 -2.2
Apr 14.8 7.3 1.6
May 18.2 10.9 5.3
Jun 21.3 14.4 9.1
Jul 23.4 16.2 10.8
Aug 23.1 15.6 10.3
Sep 18 11.1 6.4
Oct 13.6 6.3 2
Nov 8.3 1.9 -1.9
Dec 2.2 -2.7 -5.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Gastein Valley are February, November, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January and early February. For example, on the week of January 29th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late July with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in Gastein Valley? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Gastein Valley.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Gastein Valley (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 18% 0 2
Feb 13% 0 1.1
Mar 15% 0 1.6
Apr 21% 0 1.8
May 33% 0 4.2
Jun 41% 0 5.5
Jul 41% 0 5.7
Aug 33% 0 5.8
Sep 30% 0 4.8
Oct 23% 0 3.3
Nov 15% 0 1.8
Dec 16% 0 1.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 18 0 5.1
Feb 13 0 2.8
Mar 15 0 4.1
Apr 21 0 4.6
May 33 0 10.7
Jun 41 0 14
Jul 41 0 14.5
Aug 33 0 14.7
Sep 30 0 12.2
Oct 23 0 8.4
Nov 15 0 4.6
Dec 16 0 4.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Gastein Valley has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (61.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (80.6%).

Wind in Gastein Valley is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by May and April. March’s average wind speed of around 3.4 knots (3.9 MPH or 6.3 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 7.4 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Gastein Valley.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.6 Barely noticeable 5 Light breeze
Feb 2.9 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze
Mar 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Apr 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
May 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Jun 3 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Jul 2.9 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Aug 2.7 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
Sep 2.6 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Oct 2.5 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze
Nov 2.4 Barely noticeable 4.7 Light breeze
Dec 2.6 Barely noticeable 4.6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 79.1%
Feb 72.1%
Mar 64.5%
Apr 61.8%
May 65.3%
Jun 68.1%
Jul 68.3%
Aug 71.1%
Sep 75.3%
Oct 78.6%
Nov 78.8%
Dec 80.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Gastein Valley?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Austria; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Gastein Valley, Austria is September, followed by July and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Gastein Valley in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 63.8 in October means 63.8% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Gastein Valley Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 67.2°F (19.6°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 10 to 13 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Gastein Valley, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 9 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Gastein Valley to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 44.7°F (7.1°C) and 33.9°F (1.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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