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.
Torhelm at a Glance#
Address: Torhelm, Tyrol, Austria (Alpine peak in the Kitzbühel Alps region)
Hours: Public mountain (no formal hours)
Admission: 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.
Weather & Climate near Torhelm#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -5° | -15° | 87 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -10° - -4° | -14° | 81 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -8° - -2° | -12° | 109 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 112 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 5° | -2° | 128 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 2° - 9° | 3° | 160 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 6° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 6° | 155 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 2° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 5° | -3° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 5.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -6° - -1° | -9° | 113 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -3° | -13° | 99 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
