Schneebiger Nock Mountain
Prominent South Tyrolean summit in the Dolomites
A Dolomite peak in South Tyrol known to mountaineers and hikers; accessed via alpine trails and mountain huts with high‑alpine ridgelines and rock faces.
Schneebiger Nock at a Glance#
How to Get to Schneebiger Nock#
Typical approaches are from the Auronzo di Cadore or the Innichen/San Candido valleys; mountain roads feed into trailheads for day trips and longer traverses. Public buses serve larger towns nearby; then continue by taxi or on foot.
Tips for Visiting Schneebiger Nock#
- If approaching from the Auronzo di Cadore side, allow extra time for mountain roads and tight hairpins.
- Start early-summit routes in the Dolomites can be exposed and hot by midday in summer.
- Consider hiring a certified mountain guide if intending to tackle via ferrata sections; equipment is required on some routes.
Best Time to Visit Schneebiger Nock#
Best visited in summer for hiking and climbing conditions; late spring can be attractive but may require crampons and caution.
Weather & Climate near Schneebiger Nock#
Schneebiger Nock's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -14°C to 6°C. Abundant rainfall (1512 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -13° - -8° | -21° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 92% | 8.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -14° - -9° | -21° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 93% | 7.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -13° - -8° | -19° | 133 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 7.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -10° - -5° | -16° | 135 mm | overcast | 82% | 6.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -5° - 0° | -9° | 125 mm | overcast | 80% | 6.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | -2° - 3° | -5° | 141 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 156 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 145 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | -2° - 3° | -5° | 111 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -5° - 0° | -9° | 106 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 7.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -10° - -5° | -16° | 130 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 7.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -12° - -7° | -19° | 119 mm | partly cloudy | 91% | 8.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
