Austria Hallstatt Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Hallstatt is very-high
July is very-high for Hallstatt.
July is peak summer — the warmest, busiest month, with days around 24°C/13°C, long sunshine, and the full slate of attractions open. It's the easiest month for the lake and the Dachstein, and the village is at its liveliest.
It's also the most crowded, and this is where Hallstatt's overtourism is most acute: a village of about 800 residents can see up to ~10,000 visitors on a peak day, with the narrow lanes shoulder-to-shoulder from roughly 10am to 5pm. The honest advice is to stay overnight or arrive on the earliest train-and-ferry, do the village before 9am and after 6pm, and head up to the Dachstein or out on the lake during the midday crush.
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Hallstatt July Weather Stats
Avg High
24°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
16
160mm total
Sunshine
6.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
comfortable
UV Index
7
High
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 17
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
11 μg/m³
PM10
23 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
25°C
Nighttime
13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 17 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Warmest weather and long sunny days
- All attractions open, including the salt mine
- Best month for the lake and Dachstein
- Lively festivals across the Salzkammergut
Cons
- Heaviest crowds — up to ~10,000 visitors/day
- Peak prices; rooms sell out months ahead
- Frequent afternoon thunderstorms
- Midday lanes uncomfortably packed
July Events & Festivals
- Peak tourist season — heaviest crowds of the year
- Salzkammergut summer music and lake festivals
- Salt mine open again (reopened ~30 June 2026)
- Long, warm days ideal for the lake and mountains
Hallstatt in July — Full Picture
July is peak summer — the warmest, busiest month, with days around 24°C/13°C, long sunshine, and the full slate of attractions open. It's the easiest month for the lake and the Dachstein, and the village is at its liveliest.
It's also the most crowded, and this is where Hallstatt's overtourism is most acute: a village of about 800 residents can see up to ~10,000 visitors on a peak day, with the narrow lanes shoulder-to-shoulder from roughly 10am to 5pm. The honest advice is to stay overnight or arrive on the earliest train-and-ferry, do the village before 9am and after 6pm, and head up to the Dachstein or out on the lake during the midday crush.
Weather is warm but not reliably dry — alpine summers bring frequent afternoon thunderstorms, so keep the Dachstein for a clear morning and carry a waterproof. The caves and high platforms are cold even now, so bring a warm layer.
Prices peak and rooms sell out months ahead. With the salt mine reopened (from ~30 June 2026), all the headline sights are finally back in play.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Peak summer warmth — around 24°C/13°C. Light summer clothing, a waterproof for afternoon storms, and a warm layer for the cold Dachstein caves and heights.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13°C
3.7°C
13.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current22.7°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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is July a good time to visit Hallstatt?
Hallstatt in July is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Hallstatt in July?
Hallstatt July averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Hallstatt in July?
Hallstatt July averages 160mm of rainfall over about 16 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hallstatt in July?
Peak summer warmth — around 24°C/13°C. Light summer clothing, a waterproof for afternoon storms, and a warm layer for the cold Dachstein caves and heights.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hallstatt in July?
Hallstatt July sunrise is 05:25 and sunset is 20:45, with 15h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hallstatt in July?
Hallstatt July air quality (AQI) averages 34, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 11μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hallstatt in July?
In July, Hallstatt is great for Early-morning crowd-free village walks, Lake-boat rides and swimming in nearby warm lakes, Dachstein cable car, ice caves & 5fingers.
Is July peak season in Hallstatt?
Hallstatt July crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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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.