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Friday 21 August

Äussere Gelenkscharte

2677 m s.l.m.

S 19 km/h Moderate Gusts 74 km/h

88% Rain chance 8 mm

04:17 Sunrise

18:13 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Äussere Gelenkscharte: Weather forecast for Friday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

23:00

8° Felt 6°

0.3 mm

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 45

Humidity94%

0°C4200m

00:00

8° Felt 6°

0.3 mm

12 km/h S · Weak Gusts 45

Humidity94%

0°C4230m

01:00

8° Felt 6°

—

12 km/h S · Weak Gusts 44

Humidity94%

0°C4240m

02:00

8° Felt 6°

—

12 km/h S · Weak Gusts 44

Humidity95%

0°C4240m

03:00

8° Felt 6°

—

12 km/h S · Weak Gusts 44

Humidity95%

0°C4250m

04:00

8° Felt 6°

0.1 mm

13 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 45

Humidity95%

0°C4310m

05:00

8° Felt 5°

0.1 mm

14 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 47

Humidity94%

0°C4360m

06:00

8° Felt 5°

0.1 mm

15 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 51

Humidity93%

0°C4420m

07:00

9° Felt 6°

—

16 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 57

Humidity90%

0°C4300m

08:00

9° Felt 6°

—

18 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 65

Humidity86%

0°C4180m

09:00

10° Felt 6°

—

18 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 71

Humidity83%

0°C4060m

10:00

10° Felt 6°

0.1 mm

19 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 73

Humidity82%

0°C4020m

11:00

10° Felt 6°

0.1 mm

19 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 74

Humidity82%

0°C3990m

12:00

10° Felt 6°

0.1 mm

19 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 74

Humidity83%

0°C3950m

13:00

10° Felt 6°

1.8 mm

18 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 73

Humidity85%

0°C3940m

14:00

9° Felt 6°

1.8 mm

17 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 71

Humidity88%

0°C3940m

15:00

9° Felt 6°

1.8 mm

17 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 70

Humidity90%

0°C3930m

16:00

9° Felt 5°

0.6 mm

16 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 69

Humidity92%

0°C3970m

17:00

8° Felt 5°

0.6 mm

16 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 68

Humidity93%

0°C4000m

18:00

8° Felt 5°

0.6 mm

16 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 67

Humidity93%

0°C4040m

19:00

8° Felt 5°

—

15 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 64

Humidity92%

0°C4020m

20:00

8° Felt 5°

—

13 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 61

Humidity91%

0°C4000m

21:00

8° Felt 5°

—

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 55

Humidity90%

0°C3980m

22:00

8° Felt 5°

—

10 km/h S · Weak Gusts 48

Humidity90%

0°C3960m

23:00

8° Felt 5°

—

8 km/h S · Weak Gusts 40

Humidity90%

0°C3935m

00:00

7° Felt 6°

—

6 km/h S · Weak Gusts 33

Humidity91%

0°C3913m

01:00

7° Felt 6°

0.1 mm

1 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity91%

0°C3910m

Last update: 17 August 2026 12:33

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)
1.2Very Good	0.6Very Good	80Very Good	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	17Good

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.