11°

Felt 9°

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Current weather

Äussere Gelenkscharte

2677 m s.l.m.

75% Humidity

NNW 10 km/h Weak Gusts 18 km/h

98% Rain chance 4 mm

3990 m Freezing level

04:11 Sunrise

18:22 Sunset

7-day trend

max temp. min temp. mm of rain %chance of rain

Weather Äussere Gelenkscharte: Weather forecast for Sunday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

08:00

11° Felt 9°

—

10 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 18

Humidity75%

0°C3990m

09:00

12° Felt 9°

—

13 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 24

Humidity71%

0°C3970m

10:00

13° Felt 10°

—

12 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 24

Humidity68%

0°C4040m

11:00

13° Felt 11°

—

13 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 28

Humidity73%

0°C3970m

12:00

13° Felt 10°

—

16 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 27

Humidity71%

0°C4020m

13:00

10° Felt 7°

—

14 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 28

Humidity78%

0°C4060m

14:00

10° Felt 7°

1.6 mm

8 km/h N · Weak Gusts 19

Humidity78%

0°C4020m

15:00

12° Felt 8°

0.4 mm

16 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 18

Humidity62%

0°C3980m

16:00

10° Felt 8°

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9 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 16

Humidity87%

0°C4030m

17:00

10° Felt 8°

—

5 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 14

Humidity84%

0°C3970m

18:00

9° Felt 7°

0.3 mm

7 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 18

Humidity94%

0°C3900m

19:00

9° Felt 8°

0.7 mm

1 km/h NNE · Weak Gusts 19

Humidity75%

0°C3920m

20:00

9° Felt 7°

0.6 mm

3 km/h SSE · Weak Gusts 18

Humidity77%

0°C3900m

21:00

9° Felt 7°

0.1 mm

8 km/h S · Weak Gusts 15

Humidity91%

0°C3910m

22:00

9° Felt 7°

—

7 km/h S · Weak Gusts 15

Humidity89%

0°C3870m

23:00

9° Felt 7°

—

2 km/h S · Weak Gusts 14

Humidity81%

0°C3880m

00:00

9° Felt 7°

—

3 km/h N · Weak Gusts 11

Humidity80%

0°C3930m

01:00

9° Felt 7°

—

2 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 12

Humidity74%

0°C3880m

Last update: 16 August 2026 06:32

Air quality and pollen counts for Äussere Gelenkscharte

Average Daily Values
PM₁₀ (μg/m³)	PM_2.5 (μg/m³)	CO (μg/m³)	Alder (Grains/m³)	Birch (Grains/m³)	Grasses (Grains/m³)	Mugwort (Grains/m³)	Olive (Grains/m³)	Ragweed (Grains/m³)	AQI (EU)
6.1Very Good	4.9Very Good	126Good	0Absent	0Absent	3Low	0.5Low	0Absent	0Absent	30Fair

Discovering Äussere Gelenkscharte

Located at approximately 2,714 meters in the Ahrntal (Aurina Valley), the Äußere Gelenkscharte is one of the most spectacular and remote mountain passes in the Rieserfernergruppe range. Nestled within the Naturpark Rieserferner-Ahrn, this alpine saddle is a coveted destination for experienced hikers and mountaineers seeking untouched landscapes and absolute silence.

There is no standard hiking trail to reach Äußere Gelenkscharte: access is via high-altitude routes, often unmarked, requiring excellent physical condition, mountain experience, and technical gear. Ascents typically begin from areas like Weissenbach, passing through Tratter Alm and Göge Alm, crossing alpine terrain rich in rare flora and offering chances to spot ibex, marmots, and golden eagles.

From a naturalistic perspective, the area features residual glaciers, steep rock faces, and glacial valleys, showcasing the raw power of nature. The nature park, established in 1988, is one of South Tyrol’s largest protected areas and borders the Hohe Tauern National Park.

Culturally, the region preserves traces of ancient settlements and transhumance routes. Near Schöllberg Göge, archaeologists have discovered prehistoric artifacts, including wooden ritual objects that remain under study.

Äußere Gelenkscharte is ideal for those seeking challenging alpine hikes, wild nature, and authentic mountain experiences. A place where time stands still and every step reconnects you with the essence of the Dolomites.