Bretterwand

Cliff Alpine cliff popular with climbers

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Bretterwand
Bretterwand, Tyrol, Austria
47.0415, 12.6436
Accessible year-round (trail access varies seasonally)
Free (outdoor natural feature)

How to Get to Bretterwand #

Bretterwand is accessed via regional roads in Tyrol. Nearest larger towns include Kitzbühel and St. Johann; from there local roads and hiking trailheads provide access. Use local alpine maps and check hut and trail information before setting out.

Tips for Visiting Bretterwand #

  • Check local alpine weather before heading up; conditions in Tyrol can change rapidly.
  • Wear crampons or microspikes in winter; the approach can be icy.
  • Early morning offers the clearest air and best light for views across the valleys.

Best Time to Visit Bretterwand #

Summer is best for hiking; winter suits experienced alpine travelers with proper gear.

Summer
Jun-Sep · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Warm days and excellent hiking conditions in the Alps.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -5-5°C (23-41°F)
Snow and alpine conditions; suitable for experienced winter hikers or skiers.

Weather & Climate near Bretterwand #

Climate

Bretterwand's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1446 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (174 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

174 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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