December · Austria
Best time to visit Innsbruck in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Innsbruck in December
Average temperature 2°C, 101 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 2°C
- Rainfall
- 101 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Innsbruck scores 6.3/10 for snow and ski travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 2°C, 101 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Golden roof lanes under Nordkette peaks reward the December-March for snow, May-September for city walks window.
December in Innsbruck: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 2°C (36°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
101 mm of water-equivalent precipitation makes this a snowy month at resort level; what falls stays as snow, with about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.5 hours of daylight.
That is 6.3/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 6.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Innsbruck in December?
- In December, Innsbruck averages 2°C, 101 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Innsbruck?
- December earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Innsbruck in December?
- Expect about 101 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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