Trogkofel

Mountain Prominent Carnic Alps peak with panoramic views

Trogkofel sits in Carinthia’s Carnic Alps near the Italian border; climbers and walkers use limestone ridges and marked trails to reach summits with wide valley and cross‑border views.

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Trogkofel
Trogkofel (Monte Cavallino), Carinthia, Austria/Italy border region
46.5716, 13.2171

How to Get to Trogkofel #

Trogkofel is typically accessed from valleys on the Carinthian side; regional roads connect to trailheads. Local alpine huts provide staging points for summit bids. Check regional alpine club information for precise routes and difficulty grades.

Tips for Visiting Trogkofel #

  • Routes vary in difficulty - research via local alpine clubs or hire a guide if unsure.
  • Start early to avoid afternoon storms common in the Alps.
  • Bring layers and expect rapidly changing weather at altitude.

Best Time to Visit Trogkofel #

Summer months are best for access and route safety.

Summer
June-September · 5-18°C
Main climbing and hiking season with warmer days and clearer trails.
Late spring/early autumn
May, September-October · 0-12°C
Variable conditions; possible snow on higher routes.
Winter
November-March · -15-0°C
Challenging winter mountaineering; suitable only for experienced teams.

Weather & Climate near Trogkofel #

Climate

Trogkofel's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1613 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (176 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

176 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
3.7 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 -5°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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