Hoher Weißzint Mountain

Tyrolean Alpine peak on Austria–Italy border

An Alpine peak in Tyrol, Hoher Weißzint attracts climbers and glacier‑route hikers using long approaches and alpine bivouacs.

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Hoher Weißzint at a Glance#

Admission: Free

How to Get to Hoher Weißzint#

Approach via Tyrolean valley roads and marked alpine trailheads; nearby villages provide lodging and guide services for technical climbs. Consult local alpine clubs for route conditions.

Tips for Visiting Hoher Weißzint#

  • High-alpine conditions demand proper equipment and local route knowledge - consult mountain guides for glacier crossings or technical sections.
  • Weather can be harsh even in summer; plan for cold, wind and sudden storms at elevation.
  • Reserve mountain hut beds in peak season to avoid long descents if weather turns.

Best Time to Visit Hoher Weißzint#

Summer is the primary season for climbing and high-altitude hiking; other seasons require alpine experience and caution.

Summer (Jun-Sep)
June-September · 0-12°C (32-54°F) at high elevations
Main season for mountaineering and climbing; lower valleys are warmer.
Late Spring / Early Autumn (May & Oct)
May, October · -5-8°C (23-46°F)
Quieter but riskier due to residual snow and weather changes.

Weather & Climate near Hoher Weißzint#

Climate

Hoher Weißzint's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -14°C to 5°C. Abundant rainfall (1502 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 34 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -14° - -9° -21° 111 mm partly cloudy 92% 8.5 m/s 0.1 low 8.9h
February Poor -14° - -10° -22° 102 mm partly cloudy 93% 7.7 m/s 0.3 low 10.2h
March Poor -13° - -8° -20° 133 mm partly cloudy 90% 7.4 m/s 0.7 moderate 11.8h
April Poor -11° - -6° -16° 134 mm overcast 82% 6.7 m/s 1.0 high 13.4h
May Poor -6° - -1° -10° 121 mm overcast 80% 5.9 m/s 1.4 high 14.8h
June Poor -3° - 3° -5° 142 mm overcast 79% 5.4 m/s 1.6 very high 15.6h
July Poor 0° - 5° -2° 156 mm partly cloudy 80% 5.3 m/s 1.7 very high 15.2h
August Poor 0° - 5° -2° 145 mm partly cloudy 81% 5.0 m/s 1.4 high 14.0h
September Poor -2° - 2° -5° 111 mm partly cloudy 84% 5.9 m/s 1.0 moderate 12.4h
October Poor -5° - -1° -10° 100 mm partly cloudy 86% 7.1 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.7h
November Poor -10° - -6° -16° 128 mm partly cloudy 90% 7.9 m/s 0.2 low 9.3h
December Poor -12° - -7° -19° 119 mm partly cloudy 91% 8.5 m/s 0.1 low 8.5h

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