Schilt

Mountain Alpine peak in Glarus offering hiking routes

Schilt in Glarus is a steep Swiss peak accessed by alpine trails; hikers and climbers use its routes for day trips and wide views over the Glarus Alps.

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Schilt
47.0443, 9.1123

How to Get to Schilt #

From Linthal or Glarus, use local buses or regional trains to reach trailheads; many approaches begin within a 30-90 minute walk of small villages. Check SBB for connections to Glarus and local postbus services.

Tips for Visiting Schilt #

  • If planning a summit traverse, check route descriptions and current conditions with local alpine clubs in Glarus.
  • Some approaches have exposed sections; use of trekking poles and proper footwear is recommended.
  • Public transport to trailheads can be limited on weekends; check SBB regional timetables.

Best Time to Visit Schilt #

Visit in summer for hiking and winter only with proper alpine equipment; always check avalanche forecasts.

Summer (Jun-Sep)
Jun-Sep · 5-18°C at altitude
Best for hiking; stable weather windows allow for longer traverses.
Winter (Dec-Mar)
Dec-Mar · -10-0°C
Snow and ice make routes technical; avalanche risk high without proper equipment.
Shoulder seasons
Apr-May, Oct-Nov · -2-10°C
Unpredictable conditions; some trails may still be snow-bound in spring.

Weather & Climate near Schilt #

Climate

Schilt's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 12°C. Heavy rainfall (2133 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit
JulySeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

176 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (203 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

203 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (223 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

223 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (207 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

207 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

178 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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