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Weather & Climate in Gosau, Austria
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gosau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 76.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 263.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,421 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
56°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 39.2°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,421 ft (738 m) |
| Area | 9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5842°N, 13.5345°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Vienna |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
426 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Apr 12, 1998 | 5 km E of Kobarid, Slovenia | M5.6 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jul 12, 2004 | 7 km NE of Kobarid, Slovenia | M5.2 | 144 km | 8 km |
| Jul 21, 2003 | 3 km WNW of Niederwölz, Austria | M4.7 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Feb 14, 2002 | 4 km SSW of Moggio di Sotto, Italy | M4.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 30, 2015 | 4 km W of Moggio di Sotto, Italy | M4.4 | 134 km | 6 km |
| Oct 1, 2004 | 3 km S of Oberaich, Austria | M4.4 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Mar 27, 2024 | 6 km ENE of Tramonti di Sopra, Italy | M4.3 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 1993 | 4 km WNW of Bordano, Italy | M4.3 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Aug 29, 2004 | 1 km S of Enemonzo-Quinis, Italy | M4.3 | 141 km | 11 km |
| Nov 10, 1995 | 3 km WSW of Gaal, Austria | M4.3 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 2002 | 5 km SW of Kranjska Gora, Slovenia | M4.3 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Jan 1, 2007 | 5 km SSW of Ferlach, Austria | M4.2 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Aug 30, 2003 | 5 km ENE of Tramonti di Sopra, Italy | M4.2 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 1998 | 5 km NE of Kobarid, Slovenia | M4.2 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | Austria | M4.1 | 23 km | 10 km |
| Apr 12, 1998 | 2 km NNE of Kobarid, Slovenia | M4.1 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Feb 2, 2013 | 6 km S of Sittersdorf, Austria | M4.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jul 17, 2020 | 5 km SSE of Bovec, Slovenia | M4.0 | 143 km | 11 km |
| Jul 14, 2004 | 2 km SSE of Bovec, Slovenia | M4.0 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Apr 18, 2003 | 2 km SSW of Chiaulis, Italy | M4.0 | 141 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 6.8 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.3 in |
Gosau has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 24°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and February the driest (3.2").