Wertatscha Mountain
Prominent Alpine peak in the Karawanks, climbing routes
Wertatscha (a high Alpine peak) sits on the Austria-Slovenia fringe and offers steep trails and climbing routes. It attracts mountaineers, ridge hikers and those seeking high-alpine views and remote mountain huts.
Wertatscha at a Glance#
How to Get to Wertatscha#
Approach from valleys in Carinthia or nearby alpine towns; regional roads lead to trailheads, and marked mountain paths ascend to the ridge. Use local maps for route specifics.
Tips for Visiting Wertatscha#
- If attempting a traverse of the ridge, check mountain weather bulletins - the range can be exposed and storms develop quickly.
- Bring a good topo map and GPS; some routes are steep and poorly waymarked in places.
- Start early in summer to avoid afternoon thunderstorms.
Best Time to Visit Wertatscha#
Summer months provide the most reliable window for climbing and hiking.
Weather & Climate near Wertatscha#
Wertatscha'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 (1944 mm/year), wettest in June.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 106 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 95 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -7° - 0° | -9° | 137 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 2° | -6° | 170 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | 0° - 8° | 1° | 170 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 11° | 5° | 203 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 183 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 168 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 183 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 7° | -1° | 191 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 194 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -1° | -11° | 144 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
