Hochiss Mountain
Mountain in Tyrol popular with hikers and climbers
A Tyrolean summit above the Achensee basin, Hochiss attracts walkers and rock climbers for exposed ridgelines, scrambling routes and wide views down to the lake and neighbouring ranges.
Hochiss at a Glance#
Address: Hochiss (Hochiss mountain), Tyrol, Austria
How to Get to Hochiss#
Hochiss is in the Tyrol region of Austria. Access is by regional roads to village trailheads; consult local mountain offices for the best routes, lift operations and up-to-date conditions.
Tips for Visiting Hochiss#
- Start early to avoid afternoon cloud build-up common in the Alps and to enjoy clearer summit views.
- Local alpine huts and cable-car services offer route options - check seasonal operations before you go.
- Hochiss can be steep near the summit; ensure appropriate footwear and water.
Best Time to Visit Hochiss#
Summer for hiking routes and winter for snow sports; local guides can advise on seasonal conditions.
Weather & Climate near Hochiss#
Hochiss's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1357 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -1° | -10° | 75 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 0° | -9° | 70 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 94 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 5° | -3° | 105 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 3° - 10° | 3° | 129 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 13° | 7° | 165 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 157 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 7° | 111 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 3° | -5° | 101 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 89 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
