Speer (mountain)
Mountain Prominent St. Gallen peak with panoramic lake views
Prominent summit in Canton St. Gallen offering day hikes along alpine pastures and panoramic views toward Lake Zurich and the surrounding Alps. Popular with local walkers and photographers.
Tips for Visiting Speer (mountain) #
- Speer is a popular day-hike in the Canton of St. Gallen offering wide panoramas over the Walensee/Lake Zurich region; plan visits late spring to early autumn when trails are typically snow-free.
- Start early in the day to avoid common afternoon thunderstorms in the Alps and to get clearer air for the best long-distance views.
- If you want quieter trails, avoid public holidays and weekend mid-day peak times; local mountain huts and waymarked routes provide natural rest points - check local route descriptions for the recommended approach.
Best Time to Visit Speer (mountain) #
Best in summer (June-September) for hiking and clear views; winter brings snow and requires winter skills and equipment.
Weather & Climate near Speer (mountain) #
Speer (mountain)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1956 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (203 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (216 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Heavy rain (201 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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