Weather & Climate in Forchtenstein, Austria
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Forchtenstein experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. The area receives 12.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,138 ft (347 m) |
| Area | 23.3 sq mi (60.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.7116°N, 16.3453°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Vienna |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
195 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Jul 11, 2000 | 2 km W of Moosbrunn, Austria | M5.3 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Jul 1, 2001 | 1 km NNW of Breitenau, Austria | M5.1 | 16 km | 10 km |
| Jul 11, 2000 | 3 km ESE of Oberwaltersdorf, Austria | M5.0 | 28 km | 10 km |
| Dec 3, 1994 | 1 km W of Pitten, Austria | M4.6 | 13 km | 12 km |
| Jan 9, 1996 | 1 km WNW of Weigelsdorf, Austria | M4.5 | 27 km | 10 km |
| Oct 1, 2004 | 3 km S of Oberaich, Austria | M4.4 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2011 | 1 km E of Kecskéd, Hungary | M4.3 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Nov 10, 1995 | 3 km WSW of Gaal, Austria | M4.3 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2003 | 2 km NNW of Körmend, Hungary | M4.3 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Apr 25, 2016 | 3 km NNE of Heiligenkreuz, Austria | M4.2 | 45 km | 3 km |
| Sep 20, 2013 | 1 km SSW of Leithaprodersdorf, Austria | M4.2 | 25 km | 15 km |
| May 7, 2009 | Austria | M4.2 | 52 km | 12 km |
| Jul 25, 2005 | 1 km NW of Neudörfl, Austria | M4.1 | 12 km | 12 km |
| May 25, 2004 | 4 km SE of Beled, Hungary | M4.1 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Mar 30, 2021 | 3 km NW of Lanzenkirchen, Austria | M4.0 | 12 km | 7 km |
| Mar 30, 2023 | 1 km WNW of Buchbach, Austria | M4.0 | 28 km | 3 km |
| Feb 1, 2024 | 0 km NNE of Semmering, Austria | M4.0 | 39 km | 5 km |
| May 15, 2005 | 11 km SSW of Pápa, Hungary | M3.9 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Apr 19, 2021 | 3 km SW of Wiener Neustadt, Austria | M3.9 | 14 km | 11 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 2 km S of Pottschach, Austria | M3.9 | 25 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
Forchtenstein has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 34°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").