Lienz, Austria experiences average highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 15 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 1.0°C (1.8°F) across the available records.
Lienz, Austria Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Lienz, 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
4.8/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
4
Low
Temperature 14°C / 5°C
Feels Like 13°C / 3°C
Rainy Days 15
Rainfall 124 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 79%
Wind Speed 7 km/h
Dew Point 6°C
Snow Days 11 days
Frost Days 14 days
Hottest Month
24°C
July
Avg Low14°C
Rain23days
Coldest Month
-5°C
January
Avg High3°C
Rain9days
Driest Month
9days
January
Avg High3°C
Avg Low-5°C
Windiest Month
8 km/h
January (Gusts 41)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, November, December due to very cold temperatures.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:15
Daylight 15.8h
Sunset 21:06
Live conditions—
Lienz on the map · live conditions
Lienz, Austria
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Austria
- City
- Lienz
- Population
- 11.6K
- Coordinates
- 46.83°, 12.77°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 12°C
Avg Low 4°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 22 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 15°C
Avg Low 6°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 5°C
Avg Low -4°C
Rain 9 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: 3°C / -5°C . Feb: 6°C / -2°C . Mar: 9°C / 1°C . Apr: 12°C / 4°C . May: 16°C / 7°C . Jun: 23°C / 13°C . Jul: 24°C / 14°C . Aug: 24°C / 14°C . Sep: 20°C / 11°C . Oct: 16°C / 7°C . Nov: 9°C / 1°C . Dec: 4°C / -4°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 63 mm. Feb: 77 mm. Mar: 89 mm. Apr: 106 mm. May: 162 mm. Jun: 164 mm. Jul: 174 mm. Aug: 186 mm. Sep: 131 mm. Oct: 124 mm. Nov: 120 mm. Dec: 95 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 75%. Feb: 76%. Mar: 76%. Apr: 77%. May: 82%. Jun: 81%. Jul: 81%. Aug: 82%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 83%. Nov: 80%. Dec: 76%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 8 km/h . Feb: 7 km/h . Mar: 7 km/h . Apr: 7 km/h . May: 7 km/h . Jun: 7 km/h . Jul: 7 km/h . Aug: 7 km/h . Sep: 7 km/h . Oct: 7 km/h . Nov: 7 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: 6h.
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 7. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 3. Nov: UV 2. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 15 days. Feb: 14 days. Mar: 15 days. Apr: 11 days. May: 7 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 2 days. Oct: 5 days. Nov: 13 days. Dec: 14 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.0°C (1.8°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jun 2025 · 26°C | Jul · 24°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -5°C | Jan · -5°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 231 mm | Aug · 186 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 7 km/h | Jan · 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
Excellent October
Fair November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / -5°C | 0°C / -9°C | 9days (63 mm) Wet | 6.4h Fair | 75% Muggy | 1.8 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | 6°C / -2°C | 4°C / -5°C | 10days (77 mm) Wet | 7.2h Good | 76% Humid | 2.5 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 9°C / 1°C | 7°C / -2°C | 12days (89 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 76% Humid | 3.6 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 12°C / 4°C | 11°C / 1°C | 13days (106 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 77% Humid | 4.8 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| May | 16°C / 7°C | 16°C / 6°C | 22days (162 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 82% Humid | 5.2 High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 23°C / 13°C | 25°C / 13°C | 21days (164 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 81% Humid | 6.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 24°C / 14°C | 27°C / 15°C | 23days (174 mm) Wet | 11.4h Excellent | 81% Humid | 6.5 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 24°C / 14°C | 27°C / 15°C | 21days (186 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 82% Humid | 5.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 20°C / 11°C | 21°C / 10°C | 14days (131 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 83% Humid | 4.6 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 16°C / 7°C | 15°C / 5°C | 10days (124 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 83% Humid | 2.9 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| November | 9°C / 1°C | 7°C / -2°C | 11days (120 mm) Wet | 5.9h Fair | 80% Humid | 2.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| December | 4°C / -4°C | 2°C / -8°C | 9days (95 mm) Wet | 5.7h Fair | 76% Humid | 1.6 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Lienz are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Lienz, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Lienz is July, with average daytime highs of 24°C (76°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Lienz is January, with average overnight lows of -5°C (22°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Lienz is August, averaging 186mm of precipitation across 21 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Lienz runs through July, May, June, August, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Lienz.
Lienz receives approximately 102 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Lienz.
The least favorable months to visit Lienz are January, February, November, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Lienz is 4, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Lienz is 79%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Lienz receives snow. Months with snowfall average 11 snow days and 37 cm (15 in) of accumulation, with about 14 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Lienz are 7 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 8 km/h (5 mph) (gusts up to 41 km/h / 26 mph).
Lienz averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 64%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Lienz is 6°C (43°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Lienz 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 Lienz ranges from 3°C (37°F) to 13°C (55°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 Lienz, with a climate score of 7.4/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For June in Lienz, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. With average highs of 23°C (74°F) and 21 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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