Month guide · Hallstatt · Austria
Hallstatt in February
What February is really like in Hallstatt: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: C.Stadler/Bwag, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
February is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 4°C (39°F), lows of -4°C (25°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 10.2 hours of daylight. Winter scenery and skiing at nearby Krippenstein and Dachstein West; fewer visitors in the village.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 4°C (39°F) / -4°C (25°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 10.2 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in Hallstatt: days average 4°C (39°F) against a yearly average high of 13°C (55°F), and nights fall to about -4°C (25°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 28 days. Compared with January (2°C (36°F)), February is warmer; by March highs climb to around 8°C (46°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 07:11
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:28
- Daylight
- About 10.2 hours
Winter (December–February). Snowy and quiet, with Advent events and nearby skiing, but short, shaded days and some attractions closed.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 2 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in July). That makes February one of the better-value months to book.
Events in February
February has no major recurring festival in Hallstatt, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
With cold days, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Viewpoint · Hallstatt Markt
Classic village viewpoint
At the northern end of the village along Gosaumühlstraße, a small lakeside spot gives the famous view south over the houses and Protestant church spire to the mountains.
- Time needed
- 15 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- Iconic
- Views
Religious site · Hallstatt Markt
Catholic Parish Church of the Assumption
Climb the covered wooden staircase from Seestraße rather than the road for the atmospheric approach.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Art
- Architecture
- Views
Landmark · Hallstatt Markt
Marktplatz
The small market square, ringed by painted houses with flower-filled balconies, has a Holy Trinity column at its centre.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- History
Viewpoint · Obertraun
Dachstein Krippenstein and 5fingers
Wear warm layers for the ice cave, which stays below freezing even in summer.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Views
- Active
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 4°C, lows near -4°C and 11 wet days: a warm coat, hat, gloves and thermal layers; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Hallstatt?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, May–June and September are better overall. Compare every month.
Hallstatt in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Hallstatt?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Winter scenery and skiing at nearby Krippenstein and Dachstein West; fewer visitors in the village.
+How warm is Hallstatt in February?
Average highs are around 4°C (39°F) and lows around -4°C (25°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Hallstatt in February?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.