Helfenstein, Austria experiences average highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 16 rainy days per month. Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records.
Helfenstein, Austria Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Helfenstein, Austria. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.6/10
Best: June, July, August, September, October
UV Index
4
Low
Temperature 15°C / 4°C
Feels Like 14°C / 2°C
Rainy Days 16
Rainfall 143 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 81%
Wind Speed 8 km/h
Dew Point 6°C
Snow Days 10 days
Frost Days 17 days
Hottest Month
24°C
August
Avg Low14°C
Rain20days
Coldest Month
-6°C
January
Avg High5°C
Rain14days
Driest Month
12days
February
Avg High8°C
Avg Low-3°C
Windiest Month
8 km/h
April (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:17
Daylight 15.9h
Sunset 21:12
Live conditions—
Helfenstein on the map · live conditions
Helfenstein, Austria
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Austria
- City
- Helfenstein
- Population
- 511
- Coordinates
- 47.33°, 11.87°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 3°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 21 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 16°C
Avg Low 5°C
Rain 14 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 6°C
Avg Low -4°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 5°C / -6°C . Feb: 8°C / -3°C . Mar: 10°C / -1°C . Apr: 14°C / 3°C . May: 18°C / 7°C . Jun: 24°C / 12°C . Jul: 24°C / 14°C . Aug: 24°C / 14°C . Sep: 20°C / 10°C . Oct: 17°C / 6°C . Nov: 10°C / 0°C . Dec: 6°C / -4°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 101 mm. Feb: 81 mm. Mar: 99 mm. Apr: 113 mm. May: 205 mm. Jun: 190 mm. Jul: 223 mm. Aug: 206 mm. Sep: 158 mm. Oct: 124 mm. Nov: 106 mm. Dec: 105 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 81%. Feb: 79%. Mar: 77%. Apr: 76%. May: 82%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 82%. Aug: 83%. Sep: 84%. Oct: 84%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 81%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 8 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 8 km/h . Apr: 8 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 8 km/h . Jul: 7 km/h . Aug: 7 km/h . Sep: 7 km/h . Oct: 8 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 8 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 6h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 6h. Dec: 5h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 4. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 5. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 5. Sep: UV 4. Oct: UV 3. Nov: UV 2. Dec: UV 1.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 19 days. Feb: 15 days. Mar: 18 days. Apr: 14 days. May: 11 days. Jun: 1 days. Jul: 1 days. Aug: 1 days. Sep: 4 days. Oct: 9 days. Nov: 15 days. Dec: 17 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 14 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jun 2025 · 26°C | Aug · 24°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -3°C | Jan · -6°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 319 mm | Jul · 223 mm |
| Windiest month | Jan 2025 · 9 km/h | Apr · 8 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Fair May
Wet June best
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September best
Good October best
Good November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / -6°C | 2°C / -10°C | 14days (101 mm) Wet | 5.7h Fair | 81% Humid | 1.7 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | 8°C / -3°C | 5°C / -7°C | 12days (81 mm) Wet | 7.1h Good | 79% Humid | 2.5 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 10°C / -1°C | 8°C / -4°C | 15days (99 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 77% Humid | 3.7 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 14°C / 3°C | 12°C / 0°C | 16days (113 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 76% Humid | 5 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| May | 18°C / 7°C | 18°C / 5°C | 23days (205 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 82% Humid | 5.2 High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 12°C | 25°C / 12°C | 20days (190 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 80% Humid | 6.2 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 24°C / 14°C | 26°C / 14°C | 22days (223 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 82% Humid | 6.1 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 24°C / 14°C | 26°C / 14°C | 20days (206 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 83% Humid | 5.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 20°C / 10°C | 21°C / 9°C | 16days (158 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 84% Humid | 4.2 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| October best | 17°C / 6°C | 16°C / 5°C | 13days (124 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 84% Humid | 3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 10°C / 0°C | 8°C / -3°C | 12days (106 mm) Wet | 6h Fair | 83% Humid | 1.9 Low | Poor | View Details |
| December | 6°C / -4°C | 4°C / -7°C | 14days (105 mm) Wet | 5.3h Fair | 81% Humid | 1.4 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Helfenstein are June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Helfenstein, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Helfenstein is August, with average daytime highs of 24°C (75°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Helfenstein is January, with average overnight lows of -6°C (22°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Helfenstein is July, averaging 223mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Helfenstein runs through May, July, June, August, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Helfenstein.
Helfenstein receives approximately 100 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Helfenstein.
The least favorable months to visit Helfenstein are January, February, March, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Helfenstein is 4, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Helfenstein is 81%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes, Helfenstein receives snow. Months with snowfall average 10 snow days and 35 cm (14 in) of accumulation, with about 17 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Helfenstein are 8 km/h (5 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 8 km/h (5 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Helfenstein averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 67%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Helfenstein is 6°C (43°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Helfenstein has a Oceanic climate, classified as Cfb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Helfenstein ranges from 2°C (36°F) to 14°C (57°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Helfenstein, with a climate score of 7.4/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September, October instead for better conditions.
For June in Helfenstein, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. With average highs of 24°C (74°F) and 20 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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