Best time to visit · Hallstatt · Austria
The best time to visit Hallstatt
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The best months for Hallstatt are May, June and September, when the salt mine, the Dachstein lifts and walking trails are open and crowds are lighter than in July and August. Winter is quiet and scenic under snow but darker, as the mountains block the sun for much of the day, and some attractions close.
Key facts
- Best months
- May–June and September
- Shoulder season
- April, July–August, October and December
- Warmest month
- July (avg high 23°C (73°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 2°C (36°F))
- Rainiest month
- June (~17 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- January–March and November
Seasons
Hallstatt has a wet Alpine climate: cold winters with snow, mild summers with frequent rain and thunderstorms, and the mountains shading the village from the sun for much of the winter day.
March–May
Spring
Snow lingers on the peaks while the valleys turn green; seasonal attractions reopen and it is often wet.
June–August
Summer
Mild, often rainy days with thunderstorms, all attractions open and very heavy day-trip crowds.
September–November
Autumn
Clear September days, autumn colour in October and closures in November.
December–February
Winter
Snowy and quiet, with Advent events and nearby skiing, but short, shaded days and some attractions closed.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C | -5°C | 12 | 8.8 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| February | 4°C | -4°C | 11 | 10.2 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| March | 8°C | -1°C | 13 | 11.8 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| April | 13°C | 3°C | 13 | 13.6 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| May | 18°C | 7°C | 15 | 15.1 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| June | 21°C | 11°C | 17 | 16 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| July | 23°C | 13°C | 17 | 15.6 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| August | 23°C | 12°C | 16 | 14.3 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| September | 19°C | 9°C | 12 | 12.5 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| October | 14°C | 5°C | 11 | 10.7 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| November | 7°C | 0°C | 12 | 9.2 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| December | 3°C | -3°C | 13 | 8.5 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| June | Corpus Christi — boat procession on the Hallstätter See (May or June) |
| August | Kaiserfest in Bad Ischl — celebrations for Emperor Franz Joseph's birthday (around 18 August) |
| December | Advent markets in the Salzkammergut (usually December); Krampus runs in local towns (around 5 December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in January–March and November, and the sights are quietest in January–March and November. Many visitors avoid November.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; Shoes with good grip for icy pavements; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; Shoes with good grip for icy pavements; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | A warm coat, hat, gloves and thermal layers; Shoes with good grip for icy pavements; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Hallstatt?
The best months for Hallstatt are May, June and September, when the salt mine, the Dachstein lifts and walking trails are open and crowds are lighter than in July and August. Winter is quiet and scenic under snow but darker, as the mountains block the sun for much of the day, and some attractions close.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Hallstatt?
Usually in January–March and November. Cold and often snowy, with the village in shadow for much of the day; atmospheric and relatively quiet, though some attractions close.
+What is the rainiest month in Hallstatt?
June, with about 17 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Hallstatt get?
The warmest month, July, averages highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F).