Weather & Climate In Bad Ischl
According to the Köppen-Geiger classification, Bad Ischl has a cool and moderate climate, Dfb. With warm summers and chilly winters, it thus has four different seasons.An average of 1821 mm | 71.7 inch of precipitation and 6.2 °C | 43.1 °F are recorded annually.
A number of variables, including Bad Ischl’s height, latitude, and closeness to the Alps, affect its weather and climate. With Bad Ischl situated 468 m | 1535 ft above sea level, the temperature drops by around 0.6 °C | 1.1 °F for every 100 m | 328 ft of rise. Given its latitude of 47.7° N, Bad Ischl also sees considerable seasonal changes in solar radiation and daylight hours. Additionally, Bad Ischl lies next to the Alps, which on the northern side of the mountains provide a barrier for the moist air masses coming from the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
| Month | Average Temperature (°C) | Precipitation (mm) | Average Humidity (%) | Average Wind (mph) | Average Sunshine Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4.3 | 122 | 82 | 15 | 4 |
| February | -2.8 | 110 | 81 | 15 | 5 |
| March | 0.9 | 146 | 78 | 14 | 6 |
| April | 5.2 | 125 | 75 | 12 | 8 |
| May | 10.5 | 191 | 77 | 10 | 9 |
| June | 14.3 | 205 | 77 | 9 | 10 |
| July | 15.8 | 209 | 78 | 9 | 10 |
| August | 15.8 | 187 | 79 | 9 | 9 |
| September | 11.7 | 166 | 82 | 10 | 6 |
| October | 7.6 | 118 | 82 | 11 | 6 |
| November | 2.1 | 115 | 84 | 12 | 5 |
| December | -2.7 | 127 | 84 | 14 | 4 |
Seasonal Weather Patterns in Bad Ischl
Spring Weather in Bad Ischl
In Bad Ischl, spring lasts from March to May and is marked by a slow rise in temperature and sunlight hours together with a decline in snowfall.Springtime averages are 462 mm | 18.2 inch of precipitation and 5.5 °C | 41.9 °F. If you want to take advantage of the outdoor pursuits like hiking, riding, and golfing as well as the blossoming of flowers and trees, Bad Ischl is best visited in the spring.
Summer Weather in Bad Ischl
Bad Ischl experiences its hottest and wettest summer, which runs from June to August.Summertime brings an average of 15.3 °C | 59.5 °F and 601 mm | 23.7 inch of precipitation. For those who wish to take use of the spa and wellness facilities as well as the cultural and musical events like the Operetta Festival and the Lehár Festival, Bad Ischl is a popular destination in summer. But be ready for some rainy days because summer is also known for its thunderstorms and heavy rain.
Autumn Weather in Bad Ischl
Autumn in Bad Ischl is characterized by a drop in temperature and sunlight hours together with an increase in fog and mist, and it lasts from September to November. Fall brings an average of 7.1 °C | 44.8 °F and 399 mm | 15.7 inch of precipitation. If you want to see the harvest celebrations and the local food in addition to the changing hues of the mountains and foliage, autumn is a wonderful season to visit Bad Ischl.
Winter Weather in Bad Ischl
Bad Ischl has its coldest and snowiest season, which runs from December to February. Wintertime averages include -3.3 °C | 26.1 °F and 359 mm | 14.1 inch of precipitation. If you want to experience the winter sports—skiing, snowboarding, and sledding—as well as the Christmas markets and the cosy ambiance, winter is the ideal season to visit Bad Ischl.
