Innsbruck, AustriaQuick decision
When to visit Innsbruck?
🌞 Best time overall
August
🌡️ Optimal temperature
59°F–79°F in August
🌧 Least rain
49% rainy days in August
🌧 Wettest month
January (43%)
📅 Best score
7.7/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Nordkette & Golden RoofYear-round — cable car to 2,300 m, Gothic balcony, old town.
Alpine skiingDec–Mar — 9 ski areas within 30 min, Olympic runs.
Old town & HofburgYear-round — Maria-Theresien-Straße, Imperial Palace.
Biergarten & Tiroler GröstlYear-round — hearty Tyrolean food, mountain huts, local beer.
Monthly climate data
Innsbruck weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 27°F | 43°F | 43% | 0.1in | 6.9h | 3.7/10 | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 30°F | 46°F | 41% | 0.1in | 8.4h | 4.2/10 | 6.7/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 36°F | 52°F | 49% | 0.1in | 9.9h | 4.6/10 | 5.7/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 41°F | 61°F | 50% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.0/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 48°F | 66°F | 66% | 0.2in | 11.4h | 7.0/10 | 3.8/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 57°F | 77°F | 58% | 0.2in | 13.2h | 7.5/10 | 3.5/10 |
| ⛅ July | 59°F | 77°F | 63% | 0.2in | 12.7h | 7.4/10 | 3.4/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 59°F | 79°F | 49% | 0.2in | 12.6h | 7.7/10 | 3.8/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 54°F | 72°F | 46% | 0.2in | 10.7h | 7.3/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 46°F | 63°F | 41% | 0.1in | 9.3h | 7.0/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 36°F | 52°F | 37% | 0.1in | 7.3h | 4.5/10 | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 30°F | 45°F | 42% | 0.1in | 6.9h | 4.0/10 | 6.7/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 15°F, 55% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 6.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 25°F, 57% rainy days, 12.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 17°F, 41% rainy days, 9.1h sunshine/day. Score: 6.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 7°F, 42% rainy days, 7.4h sunshine/day. Score: 4.0/10.
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FAQ
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It depends on the activity. For skiing: January (ski score 7.0/10). For hiking/suiner: August (7.7/10, 26°F).
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 6.8/10. Cold temperatures (6°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
In August, temperatures average 26°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
January is the wettest month with 43% rainy days.
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