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When to Go
Best Time to Visit Rote Wand
Best visited late spring through early autumn for trail access and stable weather.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 5-20°C (41-68°F)
Warm valley temperatures but cold up high; wildflowers bloom and trails are mostly clear.
Late Spring (May)
May · 0-15°C (32-59°F)
Snow patches may linger; good for photographers seeking dramatic contrasts.
Early Autumn (Sep-Oct)
Sep-Oct · -2-15°C (28-59°F)
Crisp air and clearer skies, but shorter daylight and increased chance of early snowfall.
Weather & Climate near Rote Wand
Climate
Rote Wand's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1665 mm/year), wettest in July.
Air Quality:
AQI 30
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -2° | -11° | 96 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -2° | -11° | 90 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -6° - 0° | -9° | 128 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 3° | -5° | 131 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 9° | 2° | 144 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 12° | 6° | 188 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.6 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 208 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.7 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 171 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 144 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 8° | 0° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 2° | -7° | 125 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -1° | -10° | 126 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Rote Wand
Access depends on which trailhead is used; the Rote Wand in Upper Austria is typically approached from mountain towns such as Gmunden or Bad Ischl. Drive along local roads (B145/B158 depending on approach) to the nearest village and follow marked alpine trailheads. For public transport, regional trains to Gmunden or Bad Ischl plus a local bus or taxi to the trailhead are common.
Tips for Visiting Rote Wand
- Bring sturdy shoes; the climb includes uneven alpine paths
- Start early to avoid afternoon storms common in the Alps
- Check local signage-some routes are seasonal and closed in winter