Lienz, Austria — Weather in December 2026

Monthly climate averages for Lienz, Austria. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

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December is a poor month in Lienz

Climate Overview

Lienz, Austria in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 4.4°C (40°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 4°C (39°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 5.2h of sunshine at the start of December, increasing to 6.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 24th, averaging 5.2°C (41°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 5°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
4°C / -4°C
Feels Like
2°C / -8°C
Rain
9 days · 95 mm
Sunshine
5.7h / day
Humidity
76% — Humid
Wind
8 km/h
Wind Direction
NNW (334°)
Gusts
39 km/h
Daylight
8.6 h
Cloud Cover
58%
Clear Sky Days
5.2
UV Index
1.6 — Low
Dew Point
-3°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
14 days · 62.4 cm
Frost Days
25 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 2h 4h 6h 8h 10h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:48
Daylight 8.6h
Sunset 16:22

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 4°C (40°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
3°C / -5°C
Feels Like
0°C / -9°C
Rain
9days (63 mm) Wet
Sun
6.4h Fair
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
15days
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February
Poor
Temp
6°C / -2°C
Feels Like
4°C / -5°C
Rain
10days (77 mm) Wet
Sun
7.2h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
2.5 Moderate
Snow Days
14days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / 1°C
Feels Like
7°C / -2°C
Rain
12days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
3.6 Moderate
Snow Days
15days
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April
Fair
Temp
12°C / 4°C
Feels Like
11°C / 1°C
Rain
13days (106 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4.8 Moderate
Snow Days
11days
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May
Wet
Temp
16°C / 7°C
Feels Like
16°C / 6°C
Rain
22days (162 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
5.2 High
Snow Days
7days
View Details
June best
Wet
Temp
23°C / 13°C
Feels Like
25°C / 13°C
Rain
21days (164 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
6.4 High
View Details
July best
Wet
Temp
24°C / 14°C
Feels Like
27°C / 15°C
Rain
23days (174 mm) Wet
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
6.5 High
View Details
August best
Wet
Temp
24°C / 14°C
Feels Like
27°C / 15°C
Rain
21days (186 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
5.8 High
View Details
September best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 11°C
Feels Like
21°C / 10°C
Rain
14days (131 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
4.6 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
View Details
October
Fair
Temp
16°C / 7°C
Feels Like
15°C / 5°C
Rain
10days (124 mm) Wet
Sun
7.3h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 1°C
Feels Like
7°C / -2°C
Rain
11days (120 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
4°C / -4°C
Feels Like
2°C / -8°C
Rain
9days (95 mm) Wet
Sun
5.7h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
14days
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
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

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Lienz, with average highs of 4°C (40°F) and around 9 rainy days. Lienz, Austria in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 4.4°C (40°F).
Lienz typically sees around 9 rainy days in December with 95 mm (3.7 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Lienz during December are cold, averaging -4°C (25°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 4°C (40°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Lienz. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Lienz during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Lienz gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 6 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Lienz typically sees around 14 snow days in December with roughly 62 cm (25 in) of snowfall.

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