Climate Overview
The climate in Sankt Michael im Lungau is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1325mm of precipitation falls per year. Sankt Michael im Lungau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sankt Michael im Lungau 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 -9°C. Sankt Michael im Lungau experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sankt Michael im Lungau vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -6°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
Sankt Michael im Lungau is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1325mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 110mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 168mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 69mm. That's 99mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Sankt Michael im Lungau receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 349cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 58cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Sankt Michael im Lungau 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 November, 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
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Sankt Michael im Lungau, which began on March 20, 2026. Sankt Michael im Lungau 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -9°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 304mm across the season with a monthly average of 101mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 457mm across the season with a monthly average of 152mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 337mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Expect around 85cm 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 -9 to 1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 228mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Expect around 157cm 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 Sankt Michael im Lungau 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.
