The best times to visit Kaprun for ideal weather are

January 22nd to February 11th

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

 

 


Other Kaprun Travel Info

Weather in Kaprun

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kaprun vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 2nd 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 Kaprun, 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 62.1°F (16.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 48.5°F (9.2°C) at night.

Kaprun Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kaprun 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.

Kaprun Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kaprun Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kaprun 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 30.7 25 20
Feb 29.5 23.9 19
Mar 33.4 27.8 23.2
Apr 42.1 35.7 30.7
May 48 40.7 35.3
Jun 55.3 48.1 42.7
Jul 59.5 52.1 46.2
Aug 58.6 51.5 45.9
Sep 49.7 43.2 38.2
Oct 47.3 40.7 35.6
Nov 39.7 33.5 28.8
Dec 32.7 26.8 21.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -0.7 -3.9 -6.7
Feb -1.4 -4.5 -7.2
Mar 0.8 -2.3 -4.9
Apr 5.6 2.1 -0.7
May 8.9 4.8 1.8
Jun 12.9 8.9 5.9
Jul 15.3 11.2 7.9
Aug 14.8 10.8 7.7
Sep 9.8 6.2 3.4
Oct 8.5 4.8 2
Nov 4.3 0.8 -1.8
Dec 0.4 -2.9 -5.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kaprun are November, April, 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 May with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of May 21st.

When can you find snow in Kaprun? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to mid March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Kaprun is often around around March 26th 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 Kaprun.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kaprun (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 26% 24 3.5
Feb 23% 30.9 2.8
Mar 22% 39.2 3
Apr 20% 22.5 2.2
May 46% 0 5.9
Jun 41% 0 5.9
Jul 41% 0 7.2
Aug 45% 0 7.1
Sep 35% 0 5.5
Oct 29% 0 3.8
Nov 19% 0 2.5
Dec 26% 0 3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 26 61 8.9
Feb 23 78.5 7.1
Mar 22 99.6 7.6
Apr 20 57.2 5.6
May 46 0 15
Jun 41 0 15
Jul 41 0 18.3
Aug 45 0 18
Sep 35 0 14
Oct 29 0 9.7
Nov 19 0 6.4
Dec 26 0 7.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Kaprun has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is November (59.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (74.6%).

Wind in Kaprun is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 7.9 knots (9 MPH or 14.6 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 14.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.9 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Mar 6.9 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Apr 6.6 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
May 6.8 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jun 5.8 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.8 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.8 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Oct 6.1 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Dec 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.9%
Feb 63%
Mar 66.7%
Apr 65.6%
May 73.3%
Jun 74.6%
Jul 73.4%
Aug 72.9%
Sep 74%
Oct 64.7%
Nov 59.9%
Dec 60.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kaprun?

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 Kaprun, 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 Kaprun 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 Kaprun Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 29.9°F (-1.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 14 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 brisk. These months see the most precipitation with 12 to 14 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Kaprun, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 52.6°F (11.4°C) and 33°F (0.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 11 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 Kaprun to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 35.7°F (2.1°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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