Carinthia · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonAustria · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 2° | 6° | 12° | 17° | 21° | 25° | 27° | 26° | 21° | 16° | 8° | 2° |
MINMIN | -5° | -3° | 0° | 5° | 9° | 14° | 15° | 15° | 11° | 6° | 2° | -3° |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 4h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 4h UV 4 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 3d34mm | 4d40mm | 4d46mm | 6d57mm | 9d101mm | 8d101mm | 9d122mm | 9d143mm | 8d128mm | 6d90mm | 6d83mm | 5d52mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Carinthia — with 7 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 26°C.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 26°C, cooling to 14°C at night (daily average: 20°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 9 rain days with 143 mm total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Packing list for Carinthia in August
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Carinthia?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Carinthia (Climate Score: 63/100). Pleasant temperatures (26°C), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (9) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Carinthia in August?
- In August, Carinthia sees daily highs of 26°C. Nights cool to 14°C, with a daily average of 20°C.
- How much rain falls in Carinthia in August?
- In August, Carinthia receives an average of 143 mm of rain over 9 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Carinthia get in August?
- Carinthia averages 7 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
