Austria Hallstatt Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Hallstatt is good
April is good for Hallstatt.
April brings spring to the valley — greenery returns, the lake brightens, and days reach about 13°C/3°C. Seasonal attractions and lake boats begin reopening, and the village starts to wake from its winter quiet.
It's a transitional, changeable month: sunny spells alternate with rain and the occasional cold snap, and the Dachstein heights remain wintry, so the high-altitude sights still depend on conditions. Easter weekends can be noticeably busier if they fall in April.
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Hallstatt April Weather Stats
Avg High
13°C
Avg Low
3°C
Rainy Days
13
90mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 19
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
13 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
12°C
Nighttime
2°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 19 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Spring greenery and brighter lake
- Boats and seasonal attractions reopening
- Still quieter than summer, especially mornings
- Reasonable accommodation availability
Cons
- Changeable weather with rain and cold snaps
- Dachstein heights still wintry
- Easter weekends busier
- Salt mine closed (reconstruction)
April Events & Festivals
- Easter (date varies) — public holidays and busier weekends
- Spring greenery returns to the valley
- Lake boats and seasonal attractions reopen
- Day-tripper numbers start rising
Hallstatt in April — Full Picture
April brings spring to the valley — greenery returns, the lake brightens, and days reach about 13°C/3°C. Seasonal attractions and lake boats begin reopening, and the village starts to wake from its winter quiet.
It's a transitional, changeable month: sunny spells alternate with rain and the occasional cold snap, and the Dachstein heights remain wintry, so the high-altitude sights still depend on conditions. Easter weekends can be noticeably busier if they fall in April.
Crowds are building but nowhere near the summer peak — this is a good window to enjoy a livelier village with reopened boats and restaurants while still avoiding the heaviest day-tripper waves. Mornings and evenings remain pleasantly quiet.
The Salzwelten salt mine is still closed for reconstruction (until ~30 June 2026). Pack layers and a waterproof, and check Dachstein and boat schedules before you go.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Spring proper — around 13°C/3°C and changeable. Layers plus a light waterproof; a warm layer for cool evenings and the still-wintry Dachstein heights.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current13°C
3.7°C
13.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
22.7°C
12.3°C
15.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13°C
5.3°C
12/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
2°C
-3.3°C
11.7/mo
Hallstatt Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1° | -4° | 12d·75mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 3° | -3° | 11d·65mm | 3h | 83% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 0° | 12d·80mm | 4h | 78% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 13° | 3° | 13d·90mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 8° | 15d·120mm | 6h | 74% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| 21° | 11° | 16d·145mm | 6h | 75% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| July (Best) | 24° | 13° | 16d·160mm | 6.5h | 75% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 23° | 13° | 15d·155mm | 6h | 77% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| 19° | 10° | 13d·110mm | 5h | 78% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| 13° | 5° | 11d·90mm | 4h | 81% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 1° | 12d·90mm | 2.5h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 2° | -3° | 12d·80mm | 2h | 86% | 1 | Moderate | Peak |
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Hallstatt April Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Hallstatt?
Hallstatt in April is good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Hallstatt in April?
Hallstatt April averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C.
Does it rain much in Hallstatt in April?
Hallstatt April averages 90mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hallstatt in April?
Spring proper — around 13°C/3°C and changeable. Layers plus a light waterproof; a warm layer for cool evenings and the still-wintry Dachstein heights.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hallstatt in April?
Hallstatt April sunrise is 06:05 and sunset is 19:55, with 13h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hallstatt in April?
Hallstatt April air quality (AQI) averages 36, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hallstatt in April?
In April, Hallstatt is great for Lakeshore and village walks, First lake-boat rides of the season, Lake fish at the reopened inns.
Is April peak season in Hallstatt?
Hallstatt April crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.