Hochschwab MountainsHochschwab Mountains at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Hochschwab Mountains
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Hochschwab Mountains
Best for hikers and climbers from late spring through early autumn; winter invites experienced mountaineers and ski tourers.
Summer (Jun-Sep)
Jun-Sep · 5°C to 20°C
Hiking, ridge walks and alpine flowers; long daylight and generally stable weather early in the season.
Autumn (Sep-Oct)
Sep-Oct · -2°C to 12°C
Brisk air, fewer people, striking larch and beech colours; storms become more frequent.
Winter-Spring (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · -15°C to 5°C
Serious alpine conditions, ice and snow on higher ridges; used by ski tourers and ice climbers.
Weather & Climate near Hochschwab Mountains
Climate
Hochschwab Mountains's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1522 mm/year), wettest in July.
Air Quality:
AQI 33
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 85 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 83 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -7° - 0° | -9° | 115 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 4° | -5° | 125 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 10° | 2° | 139 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 13° | 6° | 171 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.7h |
| July | Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 185 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 156 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 3° - 12° | 5° | 135 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 8° | 0° | 108 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 2° | -7° | 113 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -2° | -11° | 107 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Hochschwab Mountains
Drive from Bruck an der Mur or from the city of Leoben; the Voisthaler Hut and typical trailheads are accessed via the village of Tragöß or nearby Spital am Semmering. Regional buses serve the valley towns in summer; most hikers use their own car to reach trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Hochschwab Mountains
- If attempting longer routes, hire a licensed mountain guide - the Hochschwab range has steep faces and unpredictable summer storms.
- The Mirnock Hut and the Voisthaler Hut make sensible overnight bases; book in advance in summer.
- Bring a map and an altimeter; some trails are poorly signed above treeline.