Weather & Climate In Altenmarkt im Pongau
There are four seasons in Altenmarkt im Pongau: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Altenmarkt im Pongau’s alpine setting, together with the dominant winds and air masses, have an impact on the weather and climate.
At 842 meters above sea level, in the Enns river valley, stands Altenmarkt im Pongau. Mountains like the Hochkönig, Radstädter Tauern, and Dachstein encircle it. Different microclimates are produced in the valley and on the slopes by the mountains’ natural barrier to the weather systems. The mountains also influence how much rain and sunshine Altenmarkt im Pongau gets all year round.
Seasonal Weather Patterns in Altenmarkt im Pongau
| Weather & Climate Aspect | Spring (Mar-May) | Summer (Jun-Aug) | Autumn (Sep-Nov) | Winter (Dec-Feb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Temperature (°C) | 9.5 | 16.6 | 8.9 | 0.1 |
| Average Precipitation (mm) | 183 | 281 | 224 | 157 |
| Average Humidity (%) | 75 | 72 | 79 | 82 |
| Average Wind Speed (km/h) | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| Average Sunshine Hours (h) | 5.5 | 7.5 | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Typical Weather Conditions | Gradual increase in temperature and sunshine hours, decrease in snowfall | Warmest and sunniest season, thunderstorms possible | Decrease in temperature and sunshine hours, increase in precipitation and snowfall | Coldest and snowiest season, cloudy and foggy |
Spring Weather in Altenmarkt im Pongau
March through May sees Altenmarkt im Pongau’s springtime, which is marked by a slow rise in temperature and sunlight hours along with a decline in snowfall. At highs of 15.6°C and lows of 3.4°C, springtime temperatures average 9.5°C. Springtime brings around 183 mm of average precipitation, the bulk of which falls as rain. Springtime sees 75% of the humidity and 7 km/h of average wind speed. Springtime sees an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day.
Summer Weather in Altenmarkt im Pongau
June through August sees Altenmarkt im Pongau’s summer, which is also the hottest and sunniest time of year. Summertime temperatures average 16.6°C, with highs of 22.4°C and lows of 10.8°C. Summertime brings 281 mm on average, the bulk of which falls as thunderstorms. Summertime sees 72% of the humidity and 6 km/h of the average wind speed. The summertime sunlight hours average 7.5 hours per day.
Autumn Weather in Altenmarkt im Pongau
Autumn in Altenmarkt im Pongau lasts from September to November and is characterized by a drop in temperature and sunlight hours together with an increase in precipitation and snowfall. Fall brings an average temperature of 8.9°C, with highs of 14.2°C and lows of 3.6°C. Autumn brings around 224 mm of average precipitation, the bulk of which falls as snow or rain. October has 79% of the normal humidity and 7 km/h of average wind speed. Autumn has an average daily sunlight of 4.5 hours.
Winter Weather in Altenmarkt im Pongau
The coldest and snowiest time of year is winter, which in Altenmarkt im Pongau lasts from December to February. Wintertime temperatures range from -3.4°C at the low to 3.6°C at the high. Wintertime brings around 157 mm of precipitation, the bulk of which falls as snow. Wintertime sees 82% of the humidity and 8 km/h of the average wind speed. Wintertime brings an average of 3.5 hours of sunlight every day.
Average Temperatures Throughout the Year
| Month | Average Temperature (°C) | Highest Recorded Temperature (°C) | Lowest Recorded Temperature (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -0.5 | 13.0 | -23.0 |
| Feb | 0.7 | 16.0 | -21.0 |
| Mar | 4.5 | 21.0 | -16.0 |
| Apr | 9.0 | 26.0 | -7.0 |
| May | 13.5 | 30.0 | -3.0 |
| Jun | 16.8 | 33.0 | 2.0 |
| Jul | 18.4 | 35.0 | 4.0 |
| Aug | 17.9 | 34.0 | 3.0 |
| Sep | 14.6 | 30.0 | -2.0 |
| Oct | 9.7 | 25.0 | -7.0 |
| Nov | 4.1 | 19.0 | -14.0 |
| Dec | 0.0 | 15.0 | -20.0 |
