December · Austria
Best time to visit Hallstatt in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hallstatt in December
Average temperature 3°C, 152 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
3.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 152 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Hallstatt scores 3.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 152 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hallstatt's lake and salt mine village sit between the Dachstein peaks and the water.
December in Hallstatt — off-season conditions
At 3°C (37°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
152 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 3.9/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 7.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Hallstatt — 3.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hallstatt in December?
- In December, Hallstatt averages 3°C, 152 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Hallstatt?
- December earns a 3.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hallstatt in December?
- Expect about 152 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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