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Deutsch Griffen, Austria

Carinthia · Austria

Deutsch Griffen is a small town in Carinthia, Austria with a population of 364. Elevation: 2,684 ft (818 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
364 Population 9/sq mi density
2,684 ft Elevation 818 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vienna Timezone
$48,060 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,060 median income

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About Deutsch Griffen

Deutsch Griffen

Weitensfeld im Gurktal is a market town in the district of Sankt Veit an der Glan in the Austrian state of Carinthia.

People

Population364
Density9/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$48,060

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation2,684 ft (818 m)
Population364
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation2,684 ft (818 m)
Coordinates46.8561°, 14.0750°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceCarinthia
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation56.9 inches (1,444 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.1 inches (44 cm)
Median Household Income$48,060

About Deutsch Griffen

Deutsch Griffen is a small town in Austria (Carinthia) with a population of 364. The city sits at an elevation of 2,684 feet (818 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Vienna.

The median household income in Deutsch Griffen is $48,060, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 14 business establishments.

Income: Deutsch Griffen vs Austria

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Income

Median HH Income$48,060
36% below Austria avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Deutsch Griffen

Deutsch Griffen has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 996 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.2°C / 28°F -5.7° / 1.4° 27.7
Feb 0.4°C / 33°F -4.4° / 5.3° 34.5
Mar 5.5°C / 42°F -0.5° / 11.5° 49.8
Apr 10.3°C / 51°F 4.3° / 16.3° 67.0
May 15°C / 59°F 9° / 21° 86.2
Jun 18.9°C / 66°F 12.8° / 25° 108.2
Jul 20.4°C / 69°F 14.2° / 26.7° 126.9
Aug 20.2°C / 68°F 14.2° / 26.1° 139.3
Sep 15.3°C / 60°F 10° / 20.6° 113.6
Oct 10.2°C / 50°F 5.7° / 14.7° 95.2
Nov 4.4°C / 40°F 1.4° / 7.3° 92.9
Dec -1.3°C / 30°F -3.9° / 1.3° 54.8
Deutsch Griffen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,684 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below Austria avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,684 ft (818 m)
Area41.2 sq mi (106.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates46.8561°N, 14.0750°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.9"
50% above Austria avg
Snowfall 17.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.81"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

915 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M3.9 on Jan 12, 2025.

Apr 12, 1998 5 km E of Kobarid, Slovenia M5.6 75 km
Mar 13, 1998 4 km NW of Ilirska Bistrica, Slovenia M5.2 141 km
Jul 12, 2004 7 km NE of Kobarid, Slovenia M5.2 71 km
May 22, 1995 6 km NNW of Ilirska Bistrica, Slovenia M4.9 138 km
Feb 14, 2002 4 km SSW of Moggio di Sotto, Italy M4.7 88 km
Jul 21, 2003 3 km WNW of Niederwölz, Austria M4.7 39 km
Nov 11, 1990 5 km ENE of Cerkno, Slovenia M4.7 80 km
May 6, 1998 6 km NNW of Tolmin, Slovenia M4.6 74 km
Jun 2, 2002 6 km SSE of Pivka, Slovenia M4.6 137 km
Apr 22, 2014 7 km SE of Pivka, Slovenia M4.5 137 km
Jun 9, 2012 5 km NE of Lamosano, Italy M4.5 144 km
Oct 5, 1991 0 km W of Nimis, Italy M4.5 95 km
May 28, 1998 3 km WSW of Osoppo, Italy M4.5 104 km
Apr 24, 2005 0 km NNW of Ilirska Bistrica, Slovenia M4.4 144 km
Jan 30, 2015 4 km W of Moggio di Sotto, Italy M4.4 87 km
Mar 13, 2014 9 km E of Ribnica, Slovenia M4.4 137 km
May 13, 1999 2 km NW of Clodig, Italy M4.4 85 km
Oct 1, 2004 3 km S of Oberaich, Austria M4.4 103 km
Aug 29, 2004 1 km S of Enemonzo-Quinis, Italy M4.3 104 km
Apr 20, 1994 5 km NE of Claut, Italy M4.3 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 235.0 m (771 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1963 VAJONT DAM, VAJONT RIVER Meteorological 235.0 m 2,000 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 3.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.6 in
May 47°F (8°C) 5.2 in
June 52°F (11°C) 6.7 in
July 56°F (13°C) 6.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 6.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 5.6 in
October 42°F (6°C) 4.9 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 4.7 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 3.6 in

Deutsch Griffen has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 24°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.8") and February the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Deutsch Griffen

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Volksschule Sirnitz
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Radio Stations near Deutsch Griffen

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Antenne Kärnten MP3 128 kbps
ORF Radio Kärnten orf, orf MP3 128 kbps
ORF Radio Kärnten HQ orf MP3 192 kbps
ORF Slovenski spored orf, ethnic programming MP3 128 kbps
Popwelle Wörthersee,AutoDJ musik der 90er, oldies MP3 320 kbps
ORF Slovenski spored | HQ orf, ethnic programming MP3 192 kbps
Radio Gorenc (SI) MP3 128 kbps
Popwelle. Das Musikradio,AutoDJ indie, oldie MP3 320 kbps
Revisited classic rock, rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Agora MP3 192 kbps
Radio Agora 105,5 free radio, freies radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Deutsch Griffen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Automuseum TAF-TIMER
Brauchtumsmuseum Metnitz
Dichterhain am Zammelsberg
Diözesanmuseum
Eboardmuseum
Figuren-Museum für Kaffeebeigaben
Karolinger-Museum
Landesmuseum Kärnten
Mali Schachmuseum
Metnitzer Totentanz Museum
Montanmuseum Turrach
Museum der Stadt Villach
Museum Moderner Kunst Kärnten
Mythos Edelstein Kranzelbinder
Pilzmuseum
Puppenmuseum
Puppenmuseum: Elli Riehl Puppenwelt
Reinhard-Eberhart-Museum (rem)
Relief von Kärnten
Robert Musil Museum
Schaubergwerk Ramingstein
Schauraum Villacher Burg
Stadtverkehrsmuseum und Kinomuseum Klagenfurt
Thomas-Koschat-Museum
Villacher Fahrzeugmuseum

Libraries in Deutsch Griffen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
AK-Library Klagenfurt0.0
Arbeiterkammer Bibliothek0.0
Bibliothek des Landesmuseums0.0
Bibliothek Gemeinde Ramingstein0.0
Bibliothek NMS Landskron0.0
Bibliotheksverband Kärnten0.0
Diözesanbibliothek0.0
Gemeindebücherei0.0
Gemeindebücherei0.0
Philo Bibliothek0.0
Universitätsbibliothek Klagenfurt0.0

Farmers Markets in Deutsch Griffen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marktplatz
Unser Lagerhaus
Wochenmarkt
Wochenmarkt Waidmannsdorf

Hotels in Deutsch Griffen

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gasthof Moserwirt
JUFA Nockberge
Landgasthof Zum Widitscher

Restaurants in Deutsch Griffen

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bauernstubn
Gasthaus Berger
Gasthaus Fischerhof
Gasthof Alpl
Gasthof Krassnitzer
Gasthof Moserwirt
Gasthof Pension Bärnwirt
Hirnkopfhütte
Raffelwirt
Sternen Berg Gasthof

Cafes in Deutsch Griffen

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Badebuffet

Castles in Deutsch Griffen

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schloss Albeck

Gas Stations in Deutsch Griffen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AT #1032143652

Banks in Deutsch Griffen

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Raiffeisen Bank
Raiffeisenbank

Breweries in Deutsch Griffen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brau Union Brauerei Klagenfurt (Schleppe)
Brau Union Brauerei Villach

Stadiums & Teams in Deutsch Griffen

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Deutsch Griffen

54 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Skigebiet Riesneralm - Donnersbachwald 0.0 $0
Rieseralm 0.0 $0
Großeck-Speiereck 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Fanningberg 0.0 $0
Ski amadé 0.0 $0
Obertauern 0.0 $0
Gaaler Lifte 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Lachtal 0.0 $0
Zauchensee-Flachauwinkl 0.0 $0
Fageralm 0.0 $0
Radstadt-Altenmarkt 0.0 $0
Horsefeathers Superpark Planai 0.0 $0
Reiteralm 0.0 $0
Hochwurzen 0.0 $0
Kreischberg 0.0 $0
Planai 0.0 $0
Hauser Kaibling 0.0 $0
Galsterberg 0.0 $0
Schladming Dachstein 0.0 $0
Planneralm 0.0 $0
Monte Popolo - Eben im Pongau 0.0 $0
Hohentauern 0.0 $0
Ramsau am Dachstein 0.0 $0
Filzmoos-Neuberg 0.0 $0
Kaiserau 0.0 $0
Freesports Arena Dachstein Krippenstein 0.0 $0
Skiregion Dachstein West 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Dreiländereck - Arnoldstein 0.0 $0
Stari Vrh 0.0 $0
Soriška planina 0.0 $0
Vogel 0.0 $0
Krvavec 0.0 $0
Velika planina 0.0 $0
Sella Nevea - Kanin 0.0 $0
Mojstrana 0.0 $0
Kranjska Gora 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Bodental 0.0 $0
Planica 0.0 $0
Macesnovc Rateče 0.0 $0
Tarvisio 0.0 $0
Kinderalm Valbruna 0.0 $0
Smučarski center Cerkno 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Gerlitzen Alpe 0.0 $0
Goldeck 0.0 $0
Simonhöhe 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Bad Kleinkirchheim 0.0 $0
Hochrindl 0.0 $0
Heidialm 0.0 $0
Turracher Höhe 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Flattnitz 0.0 $0
Klippitztörl 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Grebenzen 0.0 $0
Schilift Obdach 0.0 $0
Katschberg-Aineck 0.0 $0

Airports Near Deutsch Griffen

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Klagenfurt AirportKLULarge Airport
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik AirportLJULarge Airport
Hinterstoisser Air BaseMedium Airport
Bovec AirfieldSmall Airport
Feldkirchen AirfieldSmall Airport
Ferlach-Glainach AirfieldSmall Airport
Fiala-Fernbrugg Air BaseSmall Airport
Friesach/Hirt AirfieldSmall Airport
Kamnik - Dulnica AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesce AirfieldSmall Airport
Mauterndorf AirfieldSmall Airport
Mayerhofen AirfieldSmall Airport
Niederöblarn AirfieldSmall Airport
Nötsch im Gailtal AirfieldSmall Airport
Ossiacher See Paraglider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Sankt Donat / Mairist AirfieldSmall Airport
Trieben AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Deutsch Griffen

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Reha-Klinik für Seelische Gesundheit

Churches & Religious Organizations in Deutsch Griffen

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anderle-Kreuz
Drei Kreuze
Evangelische Kirche
Hochrindl-Kapelle
Kapelle
St. Nikolaus
St. Ruprecht
Weißes Kreuz

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Vienna
Elevation
702 m (2,303 ft)
Area
95.8 km² (37.0 mi²)
Postal Code
9344
Website
weitensfeldimgurktal.at

🇦🇹 About Austria

Capital Vienna
Population 8,847,037
Area 83,858 km²
GDP (USD) $516,670,509,629
GDP per capita $56,580
HDI 0.926
Life expectancy 81.5 years
Internet users 95.3%
Urban population 69.2%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German
Calling code +43
TLD .at
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Austria

20 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 19 Saint Joseph's Day Josefstag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ostersonntag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 National Holiday Staatsfeiertag
May 4 Saint Florian's Day Florianitag
May 14 Ascension Day Christi Himmelfahrt
May 24 Pentecost Pfingstsonntag
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Aug 15 Assumption Day Maria Himmelfahrt
Sep 24 Saint Rupert's Day Rupertitag
Oct 26 National Holiday Nationalfeiertag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 11 Saint Martin's Day Martinstag
Nov 15 Saint Leopold's Day Leopolditag
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Mariä Empfängnis
Dec 25 Christmas Day Weihnachten
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Stefanitag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deutsch Griffen

What is the population of Deutsch Griffen?

Deutsch Griffen has a population of 364 residents and is located in Austria. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 41.2 square miles.

Is Deutsch Griffen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,060, 36% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Deutsch Griffen?

Deutsch Griffen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches, with 17.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Deutsch Griffen?

There are 14 business establishments in the area.

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