Climate Overview
The climate in Spittal an der Drau is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1317mm of precipitation falls per year. Spittal an der Drau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Spittal an der Drau 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 -7°C. Spittal an der Drau experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Spittal an der Drau 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 22°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -4°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
Spittal an der Drau is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1317mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 110mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 160mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 64mm. That's 95mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Spittal an der Drau receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 316cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 66cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Spittal an der Drau is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/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
7 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Spittal an der Drau, which began on June 21, 2026. Spittal an der Drau 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 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -7°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 342mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 377mm across the season with a monthly average of 126mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 364mm across the season with a monthly average of 121mm. Expect around 59cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -7 to 3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 234mm for the season, averaging 78mm per month. Expect around 182cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 Spittal an der Drau 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.
