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Preber

Mountain

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 essentials

Address: Preber, Salzburg state, Austria
Hours: Mountain access year‑round
Admission: Free
When to Go

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.

Air Quality: AQI 31 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -11° - -5° -18° 118 mm overcast 92% 8.5 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h
February Poor -12° - -6° -18° 105 mm overcast 92% 7.9 m/s 0.3 low 10.1h
March Poor -11° - -5° -16° 147 mm overcast 87% 7.5 m/s 0.6 moderate 11.8h
April Poor -8° - -2° -12° 166 mm overcast 81% 6.5 m/s 0.9 moderate 13.5h
May Poor -3° - 3° -5° 166 mm overcast 80% 5.7 m/s 1.2 high 14.9h
June Poor 0° - 6° -1° 201 mm overcast 80% 5.3 m/s 1.5 very high 15.7h
July Poor 2° - 9° 2° 213 mm partly cloudy 79% 5.3 m/s 1.6 very high 15.3h
August Acceptable 3° - 9° 3° 186 mm partly cloudy 81% 5.0 m/s 1.3 high 14.1h
September Poor 0° - 6° -2° 168 mm partly cloudy 84% 6.0 m/s 0.8 moderate 12.4h
October Poor -3° - 3° -6° 162 mm partly cloudy 87% 7.0 m/s 0.5 low 10.7h
November Poor -8° - -2° -13° 171 mm overcast 90% 7.7 m/s 0.2 low 9.2h
December Poor -10° - -4° -16° 152 mm overcast 90% 8.4 m/s 0.1 low 8.3h
Getting There & Around

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.