SpitzmauerSpitzmauer at a Glance
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Best Time to Visit Spitzmauer
Overview: Spitzmauer is a prominent limestone peak in Upper Austria with classic alpine climbs and panoramic ridgelines. Visit in summer for the safest conditions.
Summer
June-September · 8-20°C
Best conditions for hiking and climbing; alpine flora in bloom.
Autumn
September-October · 0-12°C
Crisp days and clearer skies; earlier nights and possible light snow at altitude.
Weather & Climate near Spitzmauer
Climate
Spitzmauer's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1873 mm/year), wettest in July.
Air Quality:
AQI 29
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -4° | -15° | 113 mm | overcast | 93% | 7.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -10° - -4° | -15° | 104 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -8° - -3° | -13° | 145 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -6° - 0° | -9° | 154 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 5° | -2° | 162 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 201 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.7h |
| July | Poor | 4° - 11° | 5° | 221 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 184 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 158 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 5.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 5° | -3° | 135 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 5.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -6° - 0° | -10° | 148 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -3° | -13° | 148 mm | overcast | 91% | 6.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Spitzmauer
Standard access is from local trailheads in the Salzkammergut/Upper Austria alpine areas; park at designated car parks and follow marked paths. Public transport options depend on the local network; check regional schedules.
Tips for Visiting Spitzmauer
- The normal approaches include exposed scrambling in places; check route grades and local weather before attempting the summit.
- The area is popular with rock climbers; weekdays are quieter than weekends.
- Bring binoculars for ridge-top birdwatching - raptors frequent the crags.