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Felt 0°

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Current weather

Niederjoch

3025 m s.l.m.

75% Humidity

S 5 km/h Weak Gusts 9 km/h

0% Rain chance

3530 m Freezing level

05:39 Sunrise

16:22 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Niederjoch: Weather forecast for Monday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

10:00

3° Felt 0°

—

5 km/h S · Weak Gusts 9

Humidity75%

0°C3530m

11:00

3° Felt 1°

—

5 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 8

Humidity80%

0°C3510m

12:00

4° Felt 1°

—

6 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 8

Humidity85%

0°C3510m

13:00

4° Felt 1°

—

5 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 10

Humidity85%

0°C3490m

14:00

4° Felt 1°

—

6 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 10

Humidity80%

0°C3450m

15:00

3° Felt 1°

—

5 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 12

Humidity83%

0°C3480m

16:00

3° Felt 0°

—

4 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 12

Humidity86%

0°C3480m

17:00

2° Felt -1°

—

4 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 9

Humidity87%

0°C3510m

18:00

1° Felt -1°

—

4 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 12

Humidity86%

0°C3470m

19:00

1° Felt -2°

—

4 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 15

Humidity89%

0°C3370m

20:00

1° Felt -2°

—

6 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 19

Humidity87%

0°C3390m

21:00

1° Felt -3°

—

8 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 23

Humidity84%

0°C3320m

22:00

1° Felt -3°

—

9 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 28

Humidity85%

0°C3290m

23:00

0° Felt -4°

—

11 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 33

Humidity91%

0°C3180m

00:00

0° Felt -4°

—

12 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 40

Humidity89%

0°C3180m

01:00

0° Felt -4°

—

13 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 42

Humidity89%

0°C3150m

Last update: 19 October 2026 06:31

Air quality and pollen counts for Niederjoch

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)
4.8Very Good	3.6Very Good	97Very Good	0Absent	0Absent	0.1Not Significant	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	22Good

Discovering Niederjoch

Niederjoch, also known as Basso Giogo, is a scenic alpine pass located at 3,012 meters above sea level in the Ötztal Alps, on the border between South Tyrol and Tyrol (Austria). This panoramic crossing connects the Schnalstal (Val Senales) with the Ötztal valley and is a must-visit destination for experienced hikers and mountain lovers.

The area is renowned for the Similaun Hut, a strategic stop along the Ötztal Trek and the European long-distance trail E5, two of the most spectacular hiking routes in the Alps. Near the hut lies the archaeological site where Ötzi, the famous Similaun mummy, was discovered—adding historical and cultural significance to the location.

Hiking routes to Niederjoch start from villages like Mazia, Planol, and Vernago, with challenging trails that climb over 1,000 meters in elevation and offer breathtaking views of glaciers and peaks such as Fineilspitze and Similaun. Popular routes include Mazia–Piz Lun–Basso Giogo, Giogo Alto–Piz Lun via Mazia, and the Vent–Similaun Hut–Ötzi site traverse, all rated medium to high difficulty.

Niederjoch is the perfect destination for those seeking high-altitude trekking, cultural exploration, and untouched alpine landscapes. In summer, the pass offers a pristine mountain environment ideal for day hikes or long-distance trekking stages. In winter, it remains less frequented but retains its wild charm.