Climate Overview
The climate in Achenkirch is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1798mm of precipitation falls per year. Achenkirch receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Achenkirch is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Achenkirch experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Achenkirch vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Achenkirch is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1798mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 150mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 231mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 93mm. That's 138mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Achenkirch receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 451cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 96cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Achenkirch is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Achenkirch, which began on September 23, 2026. Achenkirch 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 August at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -7°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 450mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 642mm across the season with a monthly average of 214mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 389mm across the season with a monthly average of 130mm. Expect around 83cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -7 to 4°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 317mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Expect around 242cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/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 Achenkirch 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.
