Riffelsee Lake
High Alpine lake with reflections of surrounding peaks
A high‑alpine tarn in Tyrol, Riffelsee sits among hiking routes and mountain huts. Walkers stop for reflections of surrounding peaks and short alpine day trips.
Riffelsee at a Glance#
Address: Riffelsee (alpine lake), Tyrol, Austria - access typically by hiking
Tips for Visiting Riffelsee#
- Aim for early morning to catch calm water and the best chance of reflections-the lake's surface is most mirror‑like before the midday wind picks up.
- Use marked hiking trails from the nearest alpine parking or cable‑car/lift access points rather than attempting unofficial paths; local trail maps will show the safest approaches and viewpoints.
- Check local alpine weather and trail conditions before setting out-conditions in high‑alpine Tyrol can change quickly, and summer storms reduce visibility for the classic lake reflections.
Best Time to Visit Riffelsee#
Mid-summer is the best time to reach the alpine lake for hiking and clear reflections; outside that window expect snow or difficult access.
Weather & Climate near Riffelsee#
Riffelsee's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (935 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
