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.
Schilt at a Glance#
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.
Weather & Climate near Schilt#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -2° | -12° | 160 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -3° | -12° | 141 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -7° - -1° | -10° | 157 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 5.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 176 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 0° - 6° | -1° | 166 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 203 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 6° | 223 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Poor | 6° - 12° | 7° | 207 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 3° | 182 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 167 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 1° | -8° | 178 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -1° | -10° | 173 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
