Weather Niederjoch: Weather forecast for Saturday

Last update: 25 June 2026 12:32
Time	(mm)	Temp.	% Rel	(Km/h)	0°C Altitude (m)
23:00	---	9.5° Felt 7.9°	94%	SSW Weak 9 km/h Gusts 7 km/h	4730m
00:00	---	9.2° Felt 7.6°	97%	SSW Weak 9 km/h Gusts 9 km/h	4730m
01:00	---	9° Felt 7.3°	97%	SW Weak 9 km/h Gusts 11 km/h	4700m
02:00	---	8.6° Felt 6.9°	95%	SSW Weak 8 km/h Gusts 11 km/h	4670m
03:00	---	8.5° Felt 6.7°	94%	SW Weak 8 km/h Gusts 11 km/h	4630m
04:00	---	9° Felt 7.3°	90%	SW Weak 7 km/h Gusts 11 km/h	4600m
05:00	---	10° Felt 8.7°	84%	WSW Weak 4 km/h Gusts 10 km/h	4590m
06:00	---	11.7° Felt 10.6°	74%	SSW Weak 3 km/h Gusts 10 km/h	4620m
07:00	---	13.1° Felt 11.8°	65%	SSW Weak 4 km/h Gusts 10 km/h	4670m
08:00	---	14.3° Felt 13.5°	61%	S Weak 3 km/h Gusts 10 km/h	4692.5m
09:00	---	15.4° Felt 14.9°	54%	S Weak 3 km/h Gusts 10 km/h	4700m
10:00	---	16.2° Felt 15.2°	47%	SSE Weak 2 km/h Gusts 11 km/h	4570m
11:00	0.2 mm	15.8° Felt 13.6°	45%	SSE Weak 6 km/h Gusts 15 km/h	4650m
12:00	0.3 mm	15.6° Felt 15.4°	64%	S Weak 4 km/h Gusts 21 km/h	4670m
13:00	0.3 mm	15.3° Felt 15.3°	71%	W Calm 1 km/h Gusts 19 km/h	4600m
14:00	0.5 mm	14.9° Felt 14.4°	75%	ENE Weak 4 km/h Gusts 16 km/h	4580m
15:00	0.8 mm	14.4° Felt 13.8°	74%	E Weak 4 km/h Gusts 14 km/h	4550m
16:00	1.6 mm	12.9° Felt 12.3°	81%	WSW Weak 3 km/h Gusts 14 km/h	4530m
17:00	0.3 mm	12.9° Felt 12.5°	79%	SE Weak 2 km/h Gusts 15 km/h	4700m
18:00	0.1 mm	12.5° Felt 11.6°	79%	SE Weak 4 km/h Gusts 10 km/h	4740m
19:00	0.1 mm	11.9° Felt 11.2°	84%	S Weak 4 km/h Gusts 11 km/h	4760m
20:00	---	11° Felt 10.4°	93%	SSW Weak 5 km/h Gusts 10 km/h	4710m
21:00	---	10.6° Felt 9.8°	93%	SSW Weak 5 km/h Gusts 12 km/h	4640m
22:00	---	10.4° Felt 9.3°	90%	SSW Weak 6 km/h Gusts 14 km/h	4610m
23:00	---	10.4° Felt 9°	86%	SSW Weak 7 km/h Gusts 17 km/h	4590m
00:00	---	10.2° Felt 8.7°	87%	SSW Weak 7 km/h Gusts 17 km/h	4640m
01:00	---	9.9° Felt 8.2°	86%	SSW Weak 7 km/h Gusts 17 km/h	4670m

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)
7.1Very Good	5.3Very Good	107Good	0Absent	4.3Low	32.4High	0Absent	0.1Not Significant	0Absent	33Fair

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.