Weather & Climate in Windischgarsten, Austria
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Windischgarsten has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 14.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,975 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,975 ft (602 m) |
| Area | 43.2 sq mi (111.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.7222°N, 14.3276°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Vienna |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
261 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Jul 1, 2001 | 1 km NNW of Breitenau, Austria | M5.1 | 135 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 | 138 km | 12 km |
| Oct 1, 2004 | 3 km S of Oberaich, Austria | M4.4 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Nov 10, 1995 | 3 km WSW of Gaal, Austria | M4.3 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 2007 | 5 km SSW of Ferlach, Austria | M4.2 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Apr 25, 2016 | 3 km NNE of Heiligenkreuz, Austria | M4.2 | 141 km | 3 km |
| May 7, 2009 | Austria | M4.2 | 103 km | 12 km |
| Jul 25, 2005 | 1 km NW of Neudörfl, Austria | M4.1 | 146 km | 12 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | Austria | M4.1 | 50 km | 10 km |
| Mar 30, 2021 | 3 km NW of Lanzenkirchen, Austria | M4.0 | 140 km | 7 km |
| Mar 30, 2023 | 1 km WNW of Buchbach, Austria | M4.0 | 123 km | 3 km |
| Feb 2, 2013 | 6 km S of Sittersdorf, Austria | M4.0 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2024 | 0 km NNE of Semmering, Austria | M4.0 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jun 18, 2004 | 3 km NW of St. Martin of Tennengebirge, Austria | M3.9 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 2 km S of Pottschach, Austria | M3.9 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Apr 27, 1991 | 2 km SE of Vuzenica, Slovenia | M3.9 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Apr 19, 2021 | 3 km SW of Wiener Neustadt, Austria | M3.9 | 140 km | 11 km |
| Jan 20, 2021 | 3 km NNE of Ardning, Austria | M3.9 | 12 km | 5 km |
| Mar 31, 1999 | 1 km WSW of Micheldorf in Oberösterreich, Austria | M3.9 | 23 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (1°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 5.0 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in |
Windischgarsten has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 26°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (2.3").