Leiterfall

Waterfall Alpine waterfall cascading through Carinthian mountain forest

Waterfall in Carinthia reached from marked alpine trails; day-hikers stop for cascades, mountain air and photographic viewpoints along summer routes.

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Leiterfall
Leiterfall, Carinthia, Austria (waterfall in alpine region)
47.0500, 12.7833

How to Get to Leiterfall #

Leiterfall is in Carinthia’s alpine area and is usually reached via regional roads from towns like Spittal an der Drau or Villach. Local hiking maps and tourist information centers provide exact trailheads and parking information.

Tips for Visiting Leiterfall #

  • Wear waterproof footwear-trail sections near the waterfall can be wet and uneven.
  • Combine the visit with a trip to nearby alpine meadows and hiking routes in Carinthia for full-day exploration.
  • Avoid the immediate riverbanks after heavy rain due to sudden surges.

Best Time to Visit Leiterfall #

Spring through early autumn for the best combination of water flow and accessible trails.

Spring
Apr-Jun · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Snowmelt feeds the falls; powerful flows and lush greenery.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Pleasant hiking weather with full mountain views.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Cooler air and autumn foliage; quieter trails.

Weather & Climate near Leiterfall #

Climate

Leiterfall's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1475 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

163 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (179 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

179 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

162 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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