Climate Insights for Graz
Grazer Becken, Austria
Climate Overview
The climate in Graz is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 824 mm of precipitation falls per year. Graz receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Graz 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 -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 57cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Graz is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 32.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Graz receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Graz 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 27°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 23in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Graz vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°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.Temperatures in Graz vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 32°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Graz is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 824 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 69 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 114 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 34 mm. That's 80 mm 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 57cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.Graz is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 4.5 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.3 in. That's 3.1 in 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 23in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 6in.
Wind
Graz is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Graz is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Graz is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 89 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Graz is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 27°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Graz 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Graz based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.