Reißkofel
Mountain Alpine peak in Carinthia popular with hikers
Reißkofel in Carinthia offers alpine hiking routes and ridge-top views over valleys and nearby lakes; mountaineers and day-hikers use established trails to reach its summit.
Tips for Visiting Reißkofel #
- Start hikes on Reißkofel early in the morning: alpine weather can change quickly and early starts give the best chance of clear summit views before afternoon cloud build-up.
- Follow waymarked routes and check local trail information at the nearest village before setting out; the mountain is popular with day-hikers, so planned routes and timing help avoid the busiest windows.
Best Time to Visit Reißkofel #
Summer (June-September) is generally the best time for hiking Reißkofel, with milder, more predictable mountain conditions.
Weather & Climate near Reißkofel #
Reißkofel's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1595 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (84 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 (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (144 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 (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (179 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (162 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 (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (145 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 (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
