Climate Overview
The climate in Heiligenblut is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 1629mm of precipitation falls per year. Heiligenblut receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Heiligenblut 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. Heiligenblut experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Heiligenblut vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 12°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Heiligenblut is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1629mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 224mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 84mm. 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. Heiligenblut receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 537cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 76cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Heiligenblut is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Heiligenblut, which began on March 20, 2026. Heiligenblut 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 16°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 -7 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 347mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 617mm across the season with a monthly average of 206mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 383mm across the season with a monthly average of 128mm. Expect around 137cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -11 to -2°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 282mm for the season, averaging 94mm per month. Expect around 203cm 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 Heiligenblut 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.