Weather & Climate in Sankt Gallen, Austria
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sankt Gallen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 12.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,693 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,693 ft (516 m) |
| Area | 17.9 sq mi (46.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 102/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6863°N, 14.6171°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Vienna |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
281 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 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jul 1, 2001 | 1 km NNW of Breitenau, Austria | M5.1 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jul 11, 2000 | 3 km ESE of Oberwaltersdorf, Austria | M5.0 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jul 21, 2003 | 3 km WNW of Niederwölz, Austria | M4.7 | 62 km | 10 km |
| Dec 3, 1994 | 1 km W of Pitten, Austria | M4.6 | 116 km | 12 km |
| Jan 9, 1996 | 1 km WNW of Weigelsdorf, Austria | M4.5 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Oct 1, 2004 | 3 km S of Oberaich, Austria | M4.4 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Nov 10, 1995 | 3 km WSW of Gaal, Austria | M4.3 | 47 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 2007 | 5 km SSW of Ferlach, Austria | M4.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Apr 25, 2016 | 3 km NNE of Heiligenkreuz, Austria | M4.2 | 122 km | 3 km |
| May 7, 2009 | Austria | M4.2 | 81 km | 12 km |
| Sep 20, 2013 | 1 km SSW of Leithaprodersdorf, Austria | M4.2 | 141 km | 15 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | Austria | M4.1 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2005 | 1 km NW of Neudörfl, Austria | M4.1 | 125 km | 12 km |
| Feb 2, 2013 | 6 km S of Sittersdorf, Austria | M4.0 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Mar 30, 2023 | 1 km WNW of Buchbach, Austria | M4.0 | 101 km | 3 km |
| Feb 1, 2024 | 0 km NNE of Semmering, Austria | M4.0 | 91 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2021 | 3 km NW of Lanzenkirchen, Austria | M4.0 | 118 km | 7 km |
| Jun 18, 2004 | 3 km NW of St. Martin of Tennengebirge, Austria | M3.9 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Apr 27, 1991 | 2 km SE of Vuzenica, Slovenia | M3.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in |
Sankt Gallen has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 27°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (2.0").