Hallstatt · WinterMonth summary
Hallstatt weather in December
❌ Poor
🌡️ Temperature min / max
32°F – 45°F
🌧 Rainy days
52% of days
☀️ Sunshine
5.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
2.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (7.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Hallstatt in December?
❌ Poor
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: December is a difficult time for Hallstatt. August (7.4/10) is much more favourable.
By trip type
Hallstatt in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
Winter in Hallstatt is cool (7°F during the day). Days are short (5.9h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. With 52% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 28°F | 41°F | 55% | 0.2in | 5.9h | 1.7/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 32°F | 46°F | 48% | 0.2in | 7.5h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 36°F | 50°F | 51% | 0.1in | 9.3h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 39°F | 57°F | 50% | 0.2in | 11.4h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 48°F | 64°F | 68% | 0.2in | 10.8h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 57°F | 73°F | 62% | 0.2in | 13.1h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 59°F | 75°F | 66% | 0.2in | 12.9h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 59°F | 77°F | 59% | 0.2in | 12.4h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 54°F | 70°F | 50% | 0.2in | 10.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 46°F | 64°F | 45% | 0.2in | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 37°F | 50°F | 43% | 0.2in | 7.1h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 32°F | 45°F | 52% | 0.2in | 5.9h | 2.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Hallstatt averages 45°F, 52% rainy days and 5.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 2.5/10.
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Comparison
December vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 7.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +18°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +6.5h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Hallstatt in December
Is December a good time to visit Hallstatt?
December is not recommended for Hallstatt (score 2.5/10). With 52% rainy days and 5.9h of sunshine, consider August (7.4/10) instead.
Does it rain a lot in Hallstatt in December?
Yes, 52% of days see rain in December. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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