Climate Overview
The climate in Ferlach is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1430mm of precipitation falls per year. Ferlach receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ferlach 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 -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 119cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ferlach 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 25°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -1°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
Ferlach is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1430mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 173mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 61mm. That's 113mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 119cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.
Wind
Ferlach is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Ferlach, which began on March 20, 2026. Ferlach 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 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -5°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 334mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 476mm across the season with a monthly average of 159mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 406mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Expect around 20cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -5 to 5°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 214mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Expect around 75cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/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 Ferlach 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.
