Erlaufsee
Lake Alpine lake in Styria, Austria
Alpine Erlaufsee in Styria appeals to walkers and swimmers; the lake sits under wooded slopes and offers boating, lakeside trails and quiet mountain scenery.
How to Get to Erlaufsee #
Erlaufsee is in Styria; reach it by regional roads from nearby towns such as Mariazell or Scheibbs. Driving is the most practical option; local train and bus services connect the larger towns, from which a short taxi or bike ride will reach the lake.
Tips for Visiting Erlaufsee #
- Arrive early for a quiet swim; the lake is popular with locals in summer.
- Explore the shoreline trails-some lead to small, sheltered bays good for wild swimming.
- Parking near the main access is limited in high season; consider arriving by bike or public transport if available.
Best Time to Visit Erlaufsee #
Best in summer for swimming and boating; spring and autumn for quieter shoreline walks.
Weather & Climate near Erlaufsee #
Erlaufsee's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1162 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (169 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.