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.
Summer (best)
June-September · 0-15°C
Snow-free trails and milder alpine weather make hiking to the lake feasible; this is the most reliable period for reflections on calm mornings.
Shoulder season
May, October · -2-8°C
Cool conditions with possible late/early snow - trails may be wet or icy but crowds are lower.
Winter
November-April · -20 to 0°C
Heavy snow and ice render high alpine access difficult or dependent on winter-mountaineering skills and equipment.
Weather & Climate near Riffelsee#
Climate
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).
Air Quality:
AQI 34
Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -11° - -5° | -14° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 89% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -11° - -4° | -14° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 91% | 4.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -9° - -2° | -11° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 4.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 75 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 6° | -1° | 83 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 3° | 104 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 3° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -2° - 5° | -2° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -7° - -1° | -9° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 4.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -3° | -12° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
