Linz, Upper Austria Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Linz get?

Linz gets 1094 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 173 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 64% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 114 mm. April is the driest, with 55 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 18 days, to December 28, 2025.

Linz weather by month

Linz weather in January

In January, Linz averages a high of 2°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (2023) and the record low is -24°C (1985).

Linz weather in February

In February, Linz averages a high of 3°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -19°C (1987).

Linz weather in March

In March, Linz averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (1977) and the record low is -22°C (1987).

Linz weather in April

In April, Linz averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (2003).

Linz weather in May

In May, Linz averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The May record high is 30°C (2026) and the record low is -4°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Linz weather in June

In June, Linz averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Linz weather in July

In July, Linz averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 114 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The July record high is 35°C (1983) and the record low is 3°C (1980).

Linz weather in August

In August, Linz averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (2017) and the record low is 2°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Linz weather in September

In September, Linz averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2015) and the record low is -1°C (1972). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Linz weather in October

In October, Linz averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (1987) and the record low is -7°C (1973).

Linz weather in November

In November, Linz averages a high of 7°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The November record high is 21°C (2008) and the record low is -14°C (1975).

Linz weather in December

In December, Linz averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (1984) and the record low is -22°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Linz

September is the sunniest month in Linz, with sunshine about 45% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 35% of daylight hours. Linz is sunnier than 94% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 86% and is lowest in April at 64%.

Linz has about 2 days a year above 32°C. Linz is cooler than 92% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Linz

The first fall freeze in Linz typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 27. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 175 days.

Linz weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Linz station is 35°C, on July 27, 1983. The coldest is -24°C, on January 10, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 78 mm of rain, on June 25, 2016.

39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Linz

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 2°C and lows near -4°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 3°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Linz climate questions

How much rain does Linz get?

Linz gets 1094 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 173 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Linz?

July is the wettest month in Linz, with 114 mm. April is the driest, with 55 mm.

How many rainy days does Linz have a year?

Linz has about 173 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Linz?

July is the warmest month in Linz, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Linz?

January is the coldest month in Linz, with an average low of -4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Linz?

The record high at the Linz station is 35°C, set on July 27, 1983. The record low is -24°C, on January 10, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Linz?

September is the sunniest month in Linz, with sunshine about 45% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Linz?

The first fall freeze in Linz typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 27.

What is the best time to visit Linz?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.