Schrammacher

Mountain High alpine summit in the Zillertal Alps

Prominent Tyrolean peak in the Zillertal Alps, Schrammacher offers steep alpine approaches and attracts climbers and ski mountaineers on long ridge routes.

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Schrammacher
47.0269, 11.6426

How to Get to Schrammacher #

Approaches start from valley trailheads in Tyrol; the nearest larger access points are the towns in the Zillertal region. Climbs typically require alpine-grade equipment and are best done with local mountain guides; consult the Austrian Alpine Club for route descriptions and hut locations.

Tips for Visiting Schrammacher #

  • Check local alpine club route descriptions before attempting any ascent; weather can change rapidly.
  • Be prepared for mixed snow and rock conditions in shoulder seasons; ice tools and crampons may be necessary on classic lines.
  • Use mountain huts as staging points - they provide up-to-date route information and reduce daypack weight.

Best Time to Visit Schrammacher #

Best in summer for technical climbing; winter for experienced ski tourers with proper gear.

Summer
June-September · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Ideal for technical climbs and ridge traverses; alpine flowers in meadows below the ridges.
Winter
December-March · -15 to 0°C (5-32°F)
Ski-touring and winter ascents require avalanche awareness and experience.

Weather & Climate near Schrammacher #

Climate

Schrammacher'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 (1508 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -14°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-14° -9°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
8.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -9°C and lows of -14°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-14° -9°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -13°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -8°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-10° -6°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

July

July is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (153 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

August

August is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

35 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
7.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-10° -6°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
8.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-12° -7°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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