Weather & Climate In Heiligenblut am Großglockner
Heiligenblut am Großglockner has a continental climate, so winters are cold and snowy and summers are warm and sunny. With an average yearly temperature of 6.4°C, January has the coldest temperature at −3.9°C while July boasts the highest at 16.2°C. With August’s 156 milliliters of rainfall and February’s 63 milliliters, August has the most and February the least, therefore determining the average annual precipitation of 1,216 milliliters. The town averages 1,948 hours of sunlight annually; July has the most—247 hours, and December has the least—97 hours—of cloud cover.
Heiligenblut am Großglockner’s Location and Its Impact on Weather
Heiligenblut am Großglockner is part of the Carinthia region near the Austrian boundaries with Tyrol and Salzburg. Nestled at the base of the Grossglockner, the settlement is on the Möll river valley from which the Pasterze glacier supplies its water. The hamlet lies surrounded by the Central Eastern Alps’ Hohe Tauern mountain range. Among Europe’s largest national parks, the Hohe Tauern is Austria’s one under protection. The 1,856 square kilometre park boasts 342 glaciers, 551 lakes, and more than 300 mountains over 3,000 meters.
Local climate and weather are strongly influenced by the orientation of Großglockner. Extreme annual temperature and precipitation swings define the cold and humid climate brought about by the steep terrain, high elevation, and proximity to the glaciers. The settlement is affected by Atlantic, Mediterranean, and continental air masses as well as seasonal and wind-related weather variations. From the east, air masses in the continental areas bring cold, dry air; from the west, air masses in the Atlantic bring mild, humid air; from the south, air masses in the Mediterranean provide warm, dry air. These air masses interacting with the mountains and valleys can produce complex and surprising meteorological events including foehn winds, thunderstorms, snowstorms, and avalanches.
Seasonal Weather Patterns in Heiligenblut am Großglockner
Spring Weather in Heiligenblut am Großglockner
A brief spring (March–May) experienced by Heiligenblut am Großglockner acts as a transitional season between the winter and summer. Temperatures in March below freezing; by May, they had reached the low 20s°C. Nights stay cold even as days get longer and sunnier. Considered mild, there is 70 mm of precipitation on a monthly average. Though the snow is melting at lower altitudes, enough snow exists at higher altitudes to maintain skiing until either the end of April or the start of May. This season brings much to look forward such the alpine blossoms in bloom, the lush meadows, and the fresh spring air. Among the several ways in which erratic and changeable the weather can be are sudden downpours, fog, and wind gusts.
Summer Weather in Heiligenblut am Großglockner
From June through August, Heiligenblut am Großglockner enjoys its warmest and driest summer season. Humidity is low and temperatures reach the high 20s or low 30s Celsius in July and August, giving it a nice and comfortable weather. On average, you can expect eight hours of sunshine each day, and the days are long and bright. On a monthly average, there is only about 50 millimeters of precipitation. Most of the snow has melted away, leaving just the highest peaks and glaciers to stand out against the clear blue sky. The national park’s beautiful roads, climbing routes, mountain bike routes, and hiking paths are at their most enjoyable in the summer. Still, there’s still the chance of dangerous weather like landslides, hail, and thunderstorms.
Autumn Weather in Heiligenblut am Großglockner
Autumn, which starts in September and runs through November, is another season Heiligenblut am Großglockner encounters between summer and winter. From September, when temperatures in the low 20s°C, November brings low 10s°C, if not single digit conditions. Though days get shorter and cloudier, evenings remain nice. Every month, 90 milliliters of precipitation average falls. Snow hardly accumulates even though it starts to fall in late November or early December. The friendly atmosphere of the town, the harvest celebrations, and the changing colors of the leaves will delight you in October. Conversely, there are days when the sky is gloomy and rain, fog, and wind is rather frequent.
Winter Weather in Heiligenblut am Großglockner
From December to February, Heiligenblut am Großglockner experiences its coldest and most snowfall. While daytime highs hardly above freezing, nighttime lows plummet below -10 °C. The days are short and cloudy, with only roughly three hours of sunlight. The average monthly precipitation is 120 mm, hence it is really high. Snowfall covers the mountains and village in a white blanket up to several meters. The national park offers the most fun winter sports like skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, and winter hiking. Among the potentially hazardous meteorological events that could strike are blizzard, avalanches, and frostbite.
Average Temperatures Throughout the Year
Depending on the season and the elevation, the average temperatures in Heiligenblut am Großglockner differ greatly all year long. The average monthly temperatures in Heiligenblut am Großglockner at the village level (1,316 m) and at the Grossglockner summit (3,798 m) are displayed here below.
| Month | Village (°C) | Summit (°C) |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4.5 | -17.9 |
| February | -3.7 | -17.1 |
| March | 0.2 | -14.6 |
| April | 4.4 | -11.4 |
| May | 9.8 | -7.0 |
| June | 13.9 | -3.9 |
| July | 16.4 | -1.4 |
| August | 16.1 | -1.7 |
| September | 12.4 | -4.4 |
| October | 7.2 | -8.6 |
| November | 1.5 | -13.1 |
| December | -3.3 | -16.7 |
| Annual | 6.0 | -10.0 |
