The month in detail
What to expect in January
Off-season for skiing Saalbach-Hinterglemm — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.
January ranks 11 out of 12 months in Saalbach-Hinterglemm. Compared to December: −2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-6°
Daylight
8.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Saalbach-Hinterglemm is August (7.6/10), 6.7 pts higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.
Country · Austria
🗣️LanguageGerman
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 23°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 2°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 48%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude1003 m
🎿Ski area1003 → 2096 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Saalbach-Hinterglemm ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
AustriaAlpine mountain climate climate with a 7.6 → 0.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
47.39°N · 12.64°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Saalbach-Hinterglemm?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: December (ski score 8.0/10). For hiking/summer: December (8.0/10, 4.0°C).
Can you ski in Saalbach-Hinterglemm in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.8/10. Cold temperatures (2°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Saalbach-Hinterglemm in summer?
In December, temperatures average 4.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Saalbach-Hinterglemm?
November is the wettest month with November has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Saalbach-Hinterglemm in January?
The average UV index reaches 2 in January in Saalbach-Hinterglemm (low), with about 8.7h of daylight. No protection needed.