Climate Overview
The climate in Villach is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1413mm of precipitation falls per year. Villach receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Villach is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Villach experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Villach vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Villach is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1413mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 179mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 42mm. That's 137mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Villach receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 206cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 52cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Villach is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
1 day until Summer
It is currently spring in Villach, which began on March 20, 2026. Villach is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 1 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 319mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 474mm across the season with a monthly average of 158mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 393mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Expect around 34cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to 5°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 227mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Expect around 129cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Villach based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
