Coldest Cities in Austria

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Austria

1 Telfs 07 37°F

2 Zirl 07 37°F

3 Bludenz 08 38°F

4 Hötting 07 38°F

5 Pradl 07 38°F

6 Mühlau 07 38°F

7 Wilten 07 38°F

8 Amras 07 38°F

9 Schwaz 07 38°F

10 Hall in Tirol 07 38°F

11 Arzl 07 38°F

12 Völs 07 38°F

13 Rum 07 38°F

14 Innsbruck 07 38°F

15 Absam 07 38°F

16 Landeck 07 38°F

17 Wattens 07 38°F

18 Lienz 07 39°F

19 Sankt Peter 02 39°F

20 Wölfnitz 02 39°F

21 Sankt Martin 02 39°F

22 Annabichl 02 39°F

23 Viktring 02 39°F

24 Klagenfurt am Wörthersee 02 39°F

25 Sankt Ruprecht 02 39°F

26 Villacher Vorstadt 02 39°F

27 Liezen 06 40°F

28 Axams 07 40°F

29 Imst 07 42°F

30 Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer 05 43°F

31 Hallein 05 43°F

32 Bischofshofen 05 43°F

33 Zell am See 05 43°F

34 Sankt Veit an der Glan 02 44°F

35 Judenburg 06 44°F

36 Judendorf 06 44°F

37 Trofaiach 06 44°F

38 Leoben 06 44°F

39 Lochau 08 44°F

40 Hörbranz 08 44°F

41 Wolfurt 08 44°F

42 Kindberg 06 44°F

43 Deuchendorf 06 44°F

44 Mürzzuschlag 06 44°F

45 Hafendorf 06 44°F

46 Bruck an der Mur 06 44°F

47 Spittal an der Drau 02 44°F

48 Reutte 07 46°F

49 Wolfsberg 02 46°F

50 Knittelfeld 06 46°F

51 Voitsberg 06 46°F

52 Deutschlandsberg 06 46°F

53 Pinkafeld 01 47°F

54 Pöllau 06 47°F

55 Neunkirchen 03 47°F

56 Oberwart 01 47°F

57 Ternitz 03 47°F

58 Lind 02 47°F

59 Völkendorf 02 47°F

60 Villach 02 47°F

61 Auen 02 47°F

62 Finkenstein am Faaker See 02 47°F

63 Villach-Innere Stadt 02 47°F

64 Kirchberg in Tirol 07 48°F

65 Sankt Johann in Tirol 07 48°F

66 Kitzbühel 07 48°F

67 Haag 04 49°F

68 Linz 04 49°F

69 Hart 04 49°F

70 Perg 04 49°F

71 Gallneukirchen 04 49°F

72 Freistadt 04 49°F

73 Sankt Pölten 03 50°F

74 Wörgl 07 50°F

75 Kirchbichl 07 50°F

76 Spratzern 03 50°F

77 Wilhelmsburg 03 50°F

78 Kufstein 07 50°F

79 Jenbach 07 50°F

80 Wiener Neustadt 03 50°F

81 Baden 03 50°F

82 Purkersdorf 03 50°F

83 Berndorf 03 50°F

84 Pressbaum 03 50°F

85 Bad Vöslau 03 50°F

86 Kottingbrunn 03 50°F

87 Breitenfurt bei Wien 03 50°F

88 Sollenau 03 50°F

89 Ried im Innkreis 04 50°F

90 Attnang-Puchheim 04 50°F

91 Sankt Valentin 03 51°F

92 Enns 04 51°F

93 Haid 04 51°F

94 Neuzeug 04 51°F

95 Steyr 04 51°F

96 Sankt Martin 04 51°F

97 Krems an der Donau 03 51°F

98 Horn 03 51°F

99 Neuhofen an der Krems 04 51°F

100 Kremsmünster 04 51°F

The coldest cities in Austria experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Telfs has an average annual temperature of just 37°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 37°F average, Telfs experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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