Zeterklippen

Cliff Granite rock formation and scenic Harz viewpoint

A group of granite tors in the Harz region that rise above forested trails. Hikers and photographers come for short climbs, rock formations and panoramic views of the surrounding hills.

Best Time to Visit Zeterklippen #

Visit the Zeterklippen in late spring through early autumn for the best hiking conditions and views.

Late spring-summer

May-Sep · 10-25°C

Warmer, drier weather ideal for hiking and viewing the Zeterklippen rock formations; trails are usually accessible.

Autumn

Oct-Nov · 5-15°C

Crisp conditions and autumn colors can be attractive, though rain becomes more frequent and paths may be muddy.

Winter

Dec-Feb · -5-6°C

Cold with possible snow and icy sections on the rocks and trails; visits require caution and winter gear.

Weather & Climate near Zeterklippen #

Climate

Zeterklippen's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1385 mm/year), wettest in December.

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

18°

Warmest Month

-5°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°

Feels Like Freezing

-2°C

Temperature

-5° – 1°

Weather

147 mm

Rainfall

8.5 m/s

Wind

Breezy

February

February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°

Feels Like Freezing

-2°C

Temperature

-5° – 1°

Weather

105 mm

Rainfall

7.5 m/s

Wind

Breezy

March

March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

0°

Feels Like Cold

0°C

Temperature

-3° – 3°

Weather

131 mm

Rainfall

7.5 m/s

Wind

Breezy

April

April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

4°

Feels Like Cold

4°C

Temperature

0° – 7°

Weather

88 mm

Rainfall

6.4 m/s

Wind

Breezy

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

5° – 13°

Weather

78 mm

Rainfall

5.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

8° – 16°

Weather

111 mm

Rainfall

5.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

10° – 18°

Weather

106 mm

Rainfall

5.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

10° – 18°

Weather

98 mm

Rainfall

5.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

7° – 14°

Weather

99 mm

Rainfall

6.1 m/s

Wind

Breezy

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

7°

Feels Like Cold

7°C

Temperature

3° – 10°

Weather

117 mm

Rainfall

7.0 m/s

Wind

Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

2°

Feels Like Cold

2°C

Temperature

0° – 4°

Weather

137 mm

Rainfall

8.1 m/s

Wind

Breezy

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (168 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-1°

Feels Like Freezing

-1°C

Temperature

-3° – 1°

Weather

168 mm

Rainfall

8.2 m/s

Wind

Breezy

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