Großer BösensteinGroßer Bösenstein at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Großer Bösenstein
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Großer Bösenstein
Best between late spring and early autumn; winters are snowy and require alpine equipment.
Summer
June-September · 8-20°C
Prime season for ascent with snow largely melted and alpine flowers in bloom.
Late Spring
May-June · 0-12°C
Possible snowfields at higher sections; good for experienced parties seeking solitude.
Weather & Climate near Großer Bösenstein
Climate
Großer Bösenstein's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1730 mm/year), wettest in July.
Air Quality:
AQI 33
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -3° | -13° | 97 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -10° - -3° | -13° | 91 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -8° - -1° | -10° | 132 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -5° - 2° | -7° | 141 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 0° - 8° | 1° | 151 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 3° - 11° | 5° | 192 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.7h |
| July | Poor | 5° - 14° | 7° | 205 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 8° | 174 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 3° | 154 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 7° | -1° | 128 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 4.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -6° - 1° | -8° | 138 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 127 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Großer Bösenstein
Großer Bösenstein is in Styria. Access is by local mountain roads from nearby towns such as Admont or Liezen; marked trails leave from alpine pastures and mountain huts. Regional bus services run in summer to trailhead villages; private car or taxi is often the most direct option.
Tips for Visiting Großer Bösenstein
- Check with local alpine clubs for current route conditions and any seasonal pasture closures.
- Early morning starts avoid the afternoon convective winds typical of Styrian mountains.
- Most party routes are scrambles - small groups should inform local mountain rescue of plans.