Bärenhorn Mountain
Alpine peak in Grisons popular for hiking
Alpine peak in Grisons reached from nearby valleys; Bärenhorn attracts hikers and ski‑tourers to high routes, mountain huts, and seasonal ascents with ridge views.
Bärenhorn at a Glance#
Address: Bärenhorn, Grisons (Graubünden), Switzerland
How to Get to Bärenhorn#
Access from regional roads in Graubünden; nearest towns with transport links include Thusis and Chur. Local mountain huts and trailheads are served by regional roads and marked hiking paths; consult local alpine guides for detailed routing and seasonal conditions.
Tips for Visiting Bärenhorn#
- Check local alpine guides for route conditions - the mountain requires route knowledge and proper alpine kit outside summer.
- Expect rocky ridges and short exposed sections; non-technical routes still demand sure-footedness.
- Local huts and marked trails in Grisons (Graubünden) provide base options for multi-day itineraries.
Best Time to Visit Bärenhorn#
Summer is the safest season for non-technical ascents; winter requires mountaineering skills.
Weather & Climate near Bärenhorn#
Bärenhorn's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 9°C. Abundant rainfall (1448 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -12° - -6° | -16° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 5.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -6° | -16° | 92 mm | partly cloudy | 92% | 5.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -11° - -5° | -15° | 113 mm | partly cloudy | 93% | 5.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -9° - -3° | -12° | 121 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -4° - 2° | -6° | 112 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | -1° - 5° | -2° | 135 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 2° | 148 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 143 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | -1° - 6° | -1° | 129 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.1 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -4° - 3° | -5° | 117 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -8° - -2° | -12° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 5.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -10° - -4° | -14° | 111 mm | partly cloudy | 89% | 5.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |