Brunegghorn Mountain
High Alpine summit in Valais with glaciated slopes
A high Alpine peak in Valais, Brunegghorn attracts climbers and hikers for steep ridgelines, glacier-tinged views and route-finding across high mountain terrain; access comes from valley trails and mountain huts in the Swiss Alps.
Brunegghorn at a Glance#
Address: Brunegghorn, Valais, Switzerland
How to Get to Brunegghorn#
Access from towns in the Valais region; travel usually involves a drive to a valley town followed by hiking or mountaineering approaches. Local alpine clubs and guide offices can advise on routes and hut reservations.
Tips for Visiting Brunegghorn#
- Glacier travel requires technical gear; hire mountain guides familiar with Valais routes.
- Check local alpine hut availability and reserve in advance during peak mountaineering months.
- Pack for rapid weather change - afternoons are prone to storms even when mornings are clear.
Best Time to Visit Brunegghorn#
Summer months safest for mountaineering; always check conditions and hire guides for glacier travel.
Weather & Climate near Brunegghorn#
Brunegghorn's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -15°C to 4°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -15° - -10° | -22° | 16 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -15° - -10° | -22° | 14 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -15° - -10° | -22° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 7.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -14° - -9° | -20° | 12 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 6.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -9° - -4° | -14° | 12 mm | overcast | 78% | 6.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | -5° - -1° | -9° | 13 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 5.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | -1° - 3° | -5° | 16 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 5.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 0° - 4° | -3° | 18 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 5.1 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | -3° - 0° | -7° | 15 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 5.7 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -6° - -3° | -11° | 7 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 6.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -11° - -6° | -17° | 12 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -13° - -8° | -20° | 9 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
