April · Austria
Best time to visit Salzkammergut in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salzkammergut in April
Average temperature 4°C, 94 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 94 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Salzkammergut scores 6.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 4°C, 94 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Salzkammergut is an Austrian lake and mountain region where Hallstatt, boat routes, hiking trails, and historic salt culture share the landscape.
April in Salzkammergut: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
April averages 4°C (39°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Rainfall runs 94 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.4 hours of daylight.
It scores 6/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 7.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? June scores 1.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salzkammergut in April?
- In April, Salzkammergut averages 4°C, 94 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Salzkammergut?
- April earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salzkammergut in April?
- Expect about 94 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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