Weather & Climate In Linz
The climate of Linz is moderately oceanic, which means that warm summers abound there. Although the city has a lot of rain throughout the year, June, July and August are the rainiest months. An average of 810 mm of precipitation falls in Linz every year. Linz usually has temperatures between -3°C and 3°C throughout the winter; occasional cold weather lowers the mercury level. To keep the walkways and roads open during the winter, when snowfall is regular, the city has machinery for clearing snow. Usually, summer temperatures in Linz fall between 15°C and 25°C. Most people visit parks and outdoor activities in the hottest months of the year, July and August. Visitors to Linz should dress for the temperature and pack rain gear for any season.
The location of Linz in the Danube valley, between the Alps and the Bohemian massif, greatly influences the weather conditions. Air masses from several directions find a channel in the valley, which can bring windy or calm, dry or wet, warm or cold to the city. The most common wind direction in Linz is the westerly wind, which carries mild, moist air from the Atlantic Ocean. However, a strong wind like the autumn wind can blow from the south – that is, from the Alps – in autumn, spring and sometimes even in winter. This wind results from air rising over the mountains and descending to leeward, warming and drying along the path. During the wind, Linz offers clear skies, mild temperatures and low humidity; some people may experience headaches and irritability instead. On the other hand, summer thunderstorms—usually characterized by heavy rain and hail—can create wind gusts.
| Month | Mean Temperature (°C) | Mean daily max. (°C) | Mean daily min. (°C) | Precipitation (mm) | Sunshine hours (h/d) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.4 | 2.3 | -2.6 | 62 | 1.48 |
| February | 0.9 | 4.6 | -1.8 | 55 | 2.86 |
| March | 5.3 | 10.0 | 1.9 | 75 | 3.80 |
| April | 10.3 | 15.9 | 5.8 | 59 | 5.77 |
| May | 15.3 | 20.8 | 10.5 | 77 | 7.39 |
| June | 17.9 | 23.2 | 13.2 | 90 | 7.27 |
| July | 19.9 | 25.6 | 15.1 | 104 | 7.87 |
| August | 19.4 | 24.9 | 14.8 | 96 | 7.35 |
| September | 14.8 | 19.9 | 11.1 | 68 | 5.20 |
| October | 9.9 | 14.3 | 6.8 | 58 | 3.45 |
| November | 4.4 | 7.3 | 2.3 | 62 | 1.57 |
| December | 0.7 | 3.0 | -1.3 | 66 | 1.16 |
| Average | 9.9 | 14.4 | 6.4 | 872 | 4.6 |
Seasonal Weather Patterns in Linz
Spring Weather in Linz
Spring in Linz is a transitional season with its erratic and changeable weather. After a cold winter, temperatures gradually rise; in April they average 10.4 °C (50.6 °F), and in May they average 14.8 °C (58.6 °F). The days become longer and sunnier in March with an average of 4 sunny hours per day and in April with 5.5 hours. But spring is also a season of contrasts, with temperatures quickly changing from sunny and warm to cool and wet, or vice versa. Rainfall is moderate – 65 millimeters (2.6 inches) in March and April and 70 millimeters (2.8 inches) in May. Wind is another element that can be involved, especially when it comes from the south and blankets the city with dry, warm air.
Summer Weather in Linz
Summer is the wettest and hottest season that Linz experiences. Average June temperatures are 18.2 °C (64.8 °F); July temperatures are 19.9 °C (67.9 °F); Temperatures in August are 19.7 °C (67.5 °F). These are usually pleasant temperatures suitable for outdoor activities. The days are long and bright in June and July with an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, and six hours in August. Summer, however, also brings thunderstorms, which could bring strong winds, hail and rain to the city. Rainfall is highest in June with 90 millimeters (3.5 inches), July with 105 millimeters (4.1 inches), and August with 85 millimeters (3.3 inches). Furthermore, the humidity is quite high, which sometimes makes the air uncomfortable and sickening. Furthermore, there are hot periods in which the highest temperatures recorded in Linz—37 °C (99 °F) or above 33 °C (91 °F).
Autumn Weather in Linz
Autumn in Linz marks another transitional season with fewer daylight hours and lower temperatures. The average temperature in September is 14.9 °C (58.9 °F); by October and November it had dropped to 9.8 °C (49.6 °F) and 4.5 °C (40 °F). September’s average of 4.5 sunny hours, October’s three hours, and November’s one and a half hours cause the days to become shorter and darker. October has 50 millimeters (2.6 inches), September has the highest average rainfall—65 millimeters—and November 60 millimeters (2.4 inches. Wind is another element that can be involved, especially when it comes from the south and covers a city with dry, warm air.
Winter Weather in Linz
Winter is the coldest and darkest time of the year that Linz experiences. The average temperature in January, the coldest month, is -0.6 °C (31 °F); in February it is 1 °C (33.7 °F). The days are short and dark with an average of 1.5 hours of sunshine in January and 3.5 hours in February. An average of 60 millimeters (2.4 inches) of precipitation each month in December, January, and February is considered moderate. However, most of the precipitation falls in the form of snow, which can cover the ground for several days or perhaps weeks. The average annual snowfall for Linz is 55 centimeters (21 inches). Cold snaps sometimes occur, dropping temperatures to -15 °C (5 °F) or even lower – the lowest recorded for Linz.
