Austria Hallstatt Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Hallstatt is moderate
January is moderate for Hallstatt.
January is the depth of Hallstatt's alpine winter — cold, snowy, and very quiet. Days average about 1°C/-4°C, with frequent snow turning the village into a frosted, postcard scene and the surrounding Dachstein peaks deep in white.
The upside is solitude: this is the village at its emptiest, with the day-tripper crowds gone and a hushed, magical feel, especially after fresh snow. The classic lakeshore view, dusted in white, is at its most atmospheric.
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Hallstatt January Weather Stats
Avg High
1°C
Avg Low
-4°C
Rainy Days
12
75mm total
Sunshine
2h
Daily avg
Humidity
85%
cold and damp
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 22
Snow Days
12
Monthly avg
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 12 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
-1°C
Nighttime
-7°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- The quietest month — no day-tripper crowds
- Snow-dusted, fairy-tale village scenery
- Lowest accommodation demand outside summer
- Atmospheric frozen lakeshore views
Cons
- Cold and icy — grippy boots essential
- Many boats, cable cars, and restaurants closed/reduced
- Short daylight and frequent grey skies
- Salt mine closed (reconstruction until ~30 June 2026)
January Events & Festivals
- New Year's Day (Jan 1) — public holiday
- Epiphany (Jan 6) — public holiday in Austria
- Quietest month — village largely free of day-trippers
- Many cable cars, boats, and mountain restaurants closed or on reduced hours
Hallstatt in January — Full Picture
January is the depth of Hallstatt's alpine winter — cold, snowy, and very quiet. Days average about 1°C/-4°C, with frequent snow turning the village into a frosted, postcard scene and the surrounding Dachstein peaks deep in white.
The upside is solitude: this is the village at its emptiest, with the day-tripper crowds gone and a hushed, magical feel, especially after fresh snow. The classic lakeshore view, dusted in white, is at its most atmospheric.
The trade-offs are real, though. Many attractions run on reduced hours or close entirely — the lake excursion boats largely stop, mountain restaurants and some cable-car services pause, and the Dachstein high-altitude experiences depend on conditions. The Salzwelten salt mine is also closed for reconstruction (until ~30 June 2026). The narrow stone steps and lakeshore paths get genuinely icy, so grippy boots matter.
Daylight is short, skies are often grey, and humidity is high with lake fog common. If you come, come for the snowy quiet and the frosted scenery rather than a full slate of open attractions, and check opening status before you travel.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Deep alpine winter — around 1°C/-4°C with regular snow and a frozen, frosted village. A warm down coat, hat, gloves, scarf, thermal layers, and grippy waterproof boots are essential for icy stone steps and lakeshore paths.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13°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)
Current2°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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Hallstatt?
Hallstatt in January is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Hallstatt in January?
Hallstatt January averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C.
Does it rain much in Hallstatt in January?
Hallstatt January averages 75mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hallstatt in January?
Deep alpine winter — around 1°C/-4°C with regular snow and a frozen, frosted village. A warm down coat, hat, gloves, scarf, thermal layers, and grippy waterproof boots are essential for icy stone steps and lakeshore paths.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hallstatt in January?
Hallstatt January sunrise is 07:45 and sunset is 16:40, with 8h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hallstatt in January?
Hallstatt January air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hallstatt in January?
In January, Hallstatt is great for Snowy village walks at dawn, Quiet lakeshore photography, Cozy inn dinners (check seasonal hours).
Is January peak season in Hallstatt?
Hallstatt January crowds are quiet and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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