Wildgall

Mountain High Alpine peak in the South Tyrol Alps

Wildgall (in the South Tyrol/Alpine group) attracts climbers and hikers for exposed summits, glaciated approaches and long alpine ridges.

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Wildgall
Wildgall (Part of the Rieserferner Group), Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy
46.9031, 12.1355

How to Get to Wildgall #

Wildgall is in the Rieserferner-Ahrn Alps of South Tyrol. Access typically begins from valley towns connected by regional roads and rail; use local alpine hut networks and guides for the safest routes and approach information.

Tips for Visiting Wildgall #

  • The Wildgall is a serious alpine objective - hire a local guide if unfamiliar with Dolomitic ridge travel.
  • Approach via established hut systems (Rifugio) and respect hut etiquette; overnight stays can split longer ascents.
  • Check rockfall conditions in summer; sudden warm spells increase risks.

Best Time to Visit Wildgall #

Summer is prime for ascents; autumn is quieter but can be riskier with early snow.

Summer
June-September · 5-18°C
Main climbing season; most alpine huts are open and routes are generally snow-free.
Autumn
September-October · -2-10°C
Stable weather windows but shorter days and early snow at higher elevations.

Weather & Climate near Wildgall #

Climate

Wildgall's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 7°C. Abundant rainfall (1522 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-12° -7°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
7.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -13°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

31 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -8°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -6°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-9° -4°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

30 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

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

July

July is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (162 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

August

August is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

33 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
7.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -6°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
7.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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