Climate Overview
The climate in Gries am Brenner is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1567mm of precipitation falls per year. Gries am Brenner receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gries am Brenner 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 -11°C. Gries am Brenner experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gries am Brenner vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 12°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gries am Brenner is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1567mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 131mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 210mm of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 70mm. That's 140mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Gries am Brenner receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 464cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 68cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Gries am Brenner is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7km/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
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Gries am Brenner, which began on March 20, 2026. Gries am Brenner 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -11°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -6 to 10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 370mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 581mm across the season with a monthly average of 194mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 365mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Expect around 115cm 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 -11 to -1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 252mm for the season, averaging 84mm per month. Expect around 183cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gries am Brenner 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.
