Verdict: Tough month
Hallstatt Weather in December
December is properly cold in Hallstatt, with highs of only 7°C (45°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 17 days, so build flexibility into plans. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Hallstatt outside December.
Average high
7°C / 45°F
Average low
0°C / 32°F
Rain days
~17
Precipitation
142 mm
What to pack for Hallstatt in December
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 17 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Hallstatt: Jul (24°C / 75°F) · Coolest: Jan (6°C / 43°F) · Wettest: May (~20 rain days)
6°
-2°
Jan
8°
-1°
Feb
11°
1°
Mar
13°
3°
Apr
18°
9°
May
23°
13°
Jun
24°
15°
Jul
24°
15°
Aug
21°
11°
Sep
18°
8°
Oct
11°
3°
Nov
7°
0°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)