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Zell am See, Austria · Alpine mountain climate

Zell am See in April: go or not?

Tough period. Zell am See in April only reaches 4.3/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 47.33°N · 12.80°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Zell am See · April
4.3
3–14°
Temperature
35%
Rain
6h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Paul Pastourmatzis via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in April

Off-season for skiing Zell am See — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

April ranks 6 out of 12 months in Zell am See. Compared to March: +4°C daytime, +0.8h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in April

UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
2°
Daylight
13.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is April the right month?

The best month in Zell am See is August (7.8/10), 3.5 pts higher than April.

See August →See all 12 months →
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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 ⓘ+1.88°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 25°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 4°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 47%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude760 m
🎿Ski area760 → 3029 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
Location

Where is Zell am See ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Austria
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 7.8 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
47.33°N · 12.80°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Zell am See?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: February (ski score 8.0/10). For hiking/summer: February (8.0/10, 7.0°C).
Can you ski in Zell am See in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.8/10. Cold temperatures (4°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Zell am See in summer?
In February, temperatures average 7.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Zell am See?
May is the wettest month with May has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Zell am See in April?
The average UV index reaches 5 in April in Zell am See (moderate), with about 13.4h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.