Lake Wolayer
Lake Alpine tarn in Carinthia, near Italy border
High in the Carnic Alps on the Austria-Italy border, Wolayersee sits below rugged peaks; hikers use alpine huts, summit routes and the lake’s mountain scenery as a base.
How to Get to Lake Wolayer #
Typical access is from Plöcken Pass or the Gail valley side; marked alpine trails lead to the lake and local huts provide wayfinding. Expect a day hike from the nearest roadhead.
Tips for Visiting Lake Wolayer #
- Start early from the Plöcken Pass side to take advantage of cooler morning temperatures and clearer mountain views.
- Bring sturdy boots - the trails around the lake are alpine, with rocks and short scree sections.
- Combine the visit with a hike to Wolayerhöhe for classic Carnic Alps panoramas.
Best Time to Visit Lake Wolayer #
Main alpine hiking season from late June to early September; snow often lingers into June.
Weather & Climate near Lake Wolayer #
Lake Wolayer's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1438 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (168 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
