The best times to visit Kals am Grossglockner for ideal weather are

mid July

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

 

 


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Weather in Kals am Grossglockner

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kals am Grossglockner vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the bottom 1 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 Kals am Grossglockner, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 56.2°F (13.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 43.2°F (6.2°C) at night.

Kals am Grossglockner Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kals am Grossglockner 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.

Kals am Grossglockner Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kals am Grossglockner Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kals am Grossglockner 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 25.2 19.8 14.9
Feb 24.3 18.8 13.7
Mar 29.2 23.1 18.2
Apr 36.8 30.4 25.4
May 42.8 36.5 31.7
Jun 48.7 42.7 37.9
Jul 53.7 47 41.6
Aug 54 47.8 42.5
Sep 45.5 40.1 35.6
Oct 40.6 35.2 30.7
Nov 33.6 28.9 24.7
Dec 26.7 21.5 16.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -3.8 -6.8 -9.5
Feb -4.3 -7.3 -10.2
Mar -1.6 -4.9 -7.7
Apr 2.7 -0.9 -3.7
May 6 2.5 -0.2
Jun 9.3 5.9 3.3
Jul 12.1 8.3 5.3
Aug 12.2 8.8 5.8
Sep 7.5 4.5 2
Oct 4.8 1.8 -0.7
Nov 0.9 -1.7 -4.1
Dec -2.9 -5.8 -8.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kals am Grossglockner are November, April, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid November. For example, on the week of November 12th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late July with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in Kals am Grossglockner? Weather stations report far greater snow than most tourist destinations snow through most of the year likely to be deepest around April, especially close to early April. The best time to ski (if at all) in Kals am Grossglockner is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Kals am Grossglockner.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kals am Grossglockner (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 41% 57.9 7.1
Feb 33% 68 5.3
Mar 39% 75 7.1
Apr 31% 76.1 5.3
May 51% 50.6 8.7
Jun 60% 27.4 11.4
Jul 57% 7.5 11.1
Aug 47% 6.6 10.1
Sep 44% 7.8 8.8
Oct 35% 14.8 7
Nov 28% 25 4.7
Dec 36% 40.8 5.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 41 147.1 18
Feb 33 172.7 13.5
Mar 39 190.5 18
Apr 31 193.3 13.5
May 51 128.5 22.1
Jun 60 69.6 29
Jul 57 19.1 28.2
Aug 47 16.8 25.7
Sep 44 19.8 22.4
Oct 35 37.6 17.8
Nov 28 63.5 11.9
Dec 36 103.6 15

 

Humidity and Wind

Kals am Grossglockner has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is December (66.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (79.7%).

Wind in Kals am Grossglockner is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is November, followed by December and January. November’s average wind speed of around 15.5 knots (17.8 MPH or 28.7 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late October to early November where average top sustained speeds reach 26.7 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kals am Grossglockner.

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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 14.3 Significant breeze 22 Very strong breeze
Feb 14.1 Significant breeze 22.2 Very strong breeze
Mar 13 Significant breeze 20.8 Very strong breeze
Apr 11.7 Significant breeze 18.6 Strong breeze
May 10.9 Gentle breeze 17.8 Very strong breeze
Jun 9 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Jul 8.2 Gentle breeze 15 Very strong breeze
Aug 9 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Sep 9.5 Gentle breeze 15.5 Very strong breeze
Oct 12.5 Significant breeze 19.6 Strong breeze
Nov 15.5 Significant breeze 23.6 Very strong breeze
Dec 14.8 Significant breeze 22.7 Very strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 68.7%
Feb 70.1%
Mar 71.7%
Apr 73.1%
May 77.4%
Jun 79.7%
Jul 76.6%
Aug 74.1%
Sep 77.3%
Oct 70.4%
Nov 68.2%
Dec 66.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kals am Grossglockner?

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 Kals am Grossglockner, 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 Kals am Grossglockner 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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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 Kals am Grossglockner Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 26.5°F (-3.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 9 to 16 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 cold weather with high temperatures that are still jacket weather. These months see the most precipitation with 15 to 18 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Kals am Grossglockner, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 48°F (8.9°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C), which will feel very chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 8 to 13 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 Kals am Grossglockner to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 9 to 13 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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