Strahlkogel Mountain
Alpine peak in Tyrol popular with climbers
Alpine summit in Tyrol frequented by mountaineers. Climbers tackle glacier and mixed routes; the peak features long approaches and connections to surrounding high-Alpine terrain.
Strahlkogel at a Glance#
About Strahlkogel#
Strahlkogel is an alpine mountain peak in the state of Tyrol, Austria, forming part of the Eastern Alps. It is one of many distinct summits in the Tyrolean high mountains used for mountaineering.
Routes to the summit involve alpine terrain and require appropriate equipment and experience; approaches vary by ridge and face. The peak is visited by climbers and ski-tourers depending on season, with routes that include exposed sections and steep ground.
The mountain is a natural landform and does not have a construction history; its recorded use is recreational and mountaineering. Over time it has been included in regional climbing guides and alpine route listings.
It sits within the alpine landscape of Tyrol, surrounded by other high peaks and valleys typical of the region.
How to Get to Strahlkogel#
Access via Tyrolean valley roads; the nearest towns with trailheads vary depending on the chosen route. Use local alpine hut information and valley transport links for the most direct approach.
Tips for Visiting Strahlkogel#
- Use local Alpine huts as bases for ascents and to check weather at short notice; summit approaches can be steep and exposed.
- Summer ascents are straightforward when conditions are clear; avoid corniced snow ridges in spring before proper thawing.
Best Time to Visit Strahlkogel#
Summer months provide the safest non-technical routes; winter is for experienced mountaineers.
Weather & Climate near Strahlkogel#
Strahlkogel's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1180 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -12° - -6° | -16° | 83 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -5° | -16° | 76 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -10° - -3° | -13° | 98 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -7° - -1° | -10° | 99 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.5 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | -2° - 5° | -3° | 99 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 0° - 8° | 1° | 126 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 117 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Poor | 0° - 8° | 1° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -3° - 4° | -4° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -7° - -2° | -11° | 96 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -10° - -4° | -14° | 91 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
