Preber

Mountain Alpine mountain in Salzburg, popular with hikers

A mountain in Salzburg state offering alpine hiking routes and ridge walks; hikers use marked paths for day trips and seasonal climbs.

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Preber
Preber, Salzburg state, Austria
47.2198, 13.8649
Mountain access year‑round
Free

How to Get to Preber #

Accessible by regional roads in Salzburg state; trailheads reached via nearby towns and alpine parking areas. Use local trail information and weather forecasts before setting out.

Tips for Visiting Preber #

  • Start early to climb and avoid the afternoon storms that sweep the Austrian Alps.
  • Carry a detailed topographic map; local alpine paths can be steep and rocky in places.
  • If unfamiliar with alpine terrain, hire a local mountain guide for safety and route knowledge.

Best Time to Visit Preber #

Summer and early autumn are best for hiking and access.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-20°C
Ideal conditions for hiking and alpine meadows in bloom.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · 0-12°C
Clear air and glorious larch colors; shorter daylight hours.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -10-0°C
Snow cover and winter sports opportunities for experienced visitors.

Weather & Climate near Preber #

Climate

Preber's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 9°C. Abundant rainfall (1955 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -6°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

July

July is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (213 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

August

August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

186 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

168 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

162 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

171 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

21 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
8.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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