The best times to visit Zillertal Alps for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 30th

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 Zillertal Alps

Temperature

Average temperatures in Zillertal Alps vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 35th 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 Zillertal Alps, 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 85.6°F (29.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 59.4°F (15.2°C) at night.

Zillertal Alps Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Zillertal Alps 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.

Zillertal Alps Perceived Temperature (F)

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Zillertal Alps Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Zillertal Alps 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 37.3 31.4 26.3
Feb 39.3 29.5 23
Mar 53 40.9 32.9
Apr 61.1 47.2 37.7
May 67.9 56.4 47.4
Jun 74.9 62.1 52.2
Jul 79.2 66 56.4
Aug 75.4 62.9 54
Sep 66.8 55.8 48.2
Oct 59.5 49 42.6
Nov 51.7 42 35.9
Dec 37.4 32.4 28.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.9 -0.3 -3.2
Feb 4.1 -1.4 -5
Mar 11.7 4.9 0.5
Apr 16.2 8.4 3.2
May 19.9 13.6 8.6
Jun 23.8 16.7 11.2
Jul 26.2 18.9 13.6
Aug 24.1 17.2 12.2
Sep 19.3 13.2 9
Oct 15.3 9.4 5.9
Nov 10.9 5.6 2.2
Dec 3 0.2 -1.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Zillertal Alps are November, March, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid May with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of May 14th.

When can you find snow in Zillertal Alps? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late January and early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Zillertal Alps is often around around January 29th 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 Zillertal Alps.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Zillertal Alps (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 28% 7.1 3.5
Feb 11% 10.2 0.8
Mar 10% 5 1.8
Apr 30% 0 2.4
May 40% 0 5.9
Jun 32% 0 4.2
Jul 41% 0 5.6
Aug 37% 0 5.4
Sep 29% 0 4.3
Oct 24% 0 4
Nov 8% 0.4 1.6
Dec 11% 0.8 0.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 28 18 8.9
Feb 11 25.9 2
Mar 10 12.7 4.6
Apr 30 0 6.1
May 40 0 15
Jun 32 0 10.7
Jul 41 0 14.2
Aug 37 0 13.7
Sep 29 0 10.9
Oct 24 0 10.2
Nov 8 1 4.1
Dec 11 2 2.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Zillertal Alps has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (54.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (86.7%).

Wind in Zillertal Alps is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by June and May. April’s average wind speed of around 3.1 knots (3.5 MPH or 5.7 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 late April where average top sustained speeds reach 7.1 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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Average Wind Speeds

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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 2.4 Barely noticeable 3.4 Barely noticeable
Feb 2.3 Barely noticeable 3.3 Barely noticeable
Mar 2.6 Barely noticeable 4.4 Barely noticeable
Apr 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
May 2.8 Barely noticeable 4.5 Barely noticeable
Jun 2.8 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze
Jul 2.6 Barely noticeable 4.5 Barely noticeable
Aug 2.6 Barely noticeable 4.3 Light breeze
Sep 2.6 Barely noticeable 4 Barely noticeable
Oct 2.5 Barely noticeable 3.6 Barely noticeable
Nov 2.5 Barely noticeable 3.5 Barely noticeable
Dec 2 Barely noticeable 2.5 Barely noticeable

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 82.9%
Feb 75.1%
Mar 59.8%
Apr 54.8%
May 66.7%
Jun 63.1%
Jul 66.3%
Aug 69.4%
Sep 72.9%
Oct 77.5%
Nov 77.4%
Dec 86.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Zillertal Alps?

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 Zillertal Alps, Austria is September, followed by August and February. 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 Zillertal Alps in December. 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 38.6 in December means 38.6% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Zillertal Alps Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 73.7°F (23.2°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 13 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

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 9 to 13 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Zillertal Alps, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 68.8°F (20.4°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Zillertal Alps to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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