Torhelm

Mountain Alpine peak in Tyrol, popular mountaineering objective

A mountain in Tyrol, Torhelm draws hillwalkers for summit trails and alpine panoramas; routes include summer hikes and winter ski-touring from nearby valleys.

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Torhelm
Torhelm, Tyrol, Austria (Alpine peak in the Kitzbühel Alps region)
47.2667, 12.0000
Public mountain (no formal hours)
Free (mountain access)

How to Get to Torhelm #

Torhelm is accessed from valleys in Tyrol; nearest towns with transport links include Kitzbühel and St. Johann. Mountain trails begin from marked trailheads and alpine huts reachable by car or local bus.

Tips for Visiting Torhelm #

  • Use proper alpine kit and check weather forecasts before attempting Torhelm - conditions change rapidly at elevation.
  • Summer routes require navigation across meadows and scree; winter ascents need crampons and avalanche awareness.
  • Consider beginning from a staffed mountain hut or valley access point to break the climb into manageable stages.

Best Time to Visit Torhelm #

Summer is the best time for hiking; winter is for experienced mountaineers and skiers.

Summer (hiking)
June-September · 5-18°C
The most popular season for climbing and scrambling with the safest approaches.
Autumn
September-October · 0-12°C
Crisp air and clearer visibility; early snow possible at higher elevations.
Winter (alpine/ski)
December-March · -10-5°C
Snow and winter routes require alpine competence and proper guides.

Weather & Climate near Torhelm #

Climate

Torhelm's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1426 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-10° -5°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

155 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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