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.
Trogkofel at a Glance#
Address: Trogkofel (Monte Cavallino), Carinthia, Austria/Italy border region
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.
Weather & Climate near Trogkofel#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - -2° | -11° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -2° | -11° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -7° - 0° | -9° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 133 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | 0° - 8° | 1° | 152 mm | overcast | 77% | 3.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 11° | 5° | 175 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.2 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 9° | 176 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 159 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 5° | 154 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 7° | 0° | 152 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 147 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 3.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -2° | -10° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
