10°

↑ 10° ↓ 0°

Saturday 29 August

Niederjoch

3025 m s.l.m.

WSW 14 km/h Moderate Gusts 68 km/h

88% Rain chance 5 mm

04:32 Sunrise

18:01 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Niederjoch: Weather forecast for Saturday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

23:00

6° Felt 3°

0.2 mm

16 km/h SSW · Moderate Gusts 62

Humidity79%

0°C3630m

00:00

5° Felt 2°

0.7 mm

9 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 68

Humidity84%

0°C3550m

01:00

0° Felt -3°

3.7 mm

7 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 43

Humidity92%

0°C3040m

02:00

2° Felt -1°

0.2 mm

11 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 42

Humidity84%

0°C3330m

03:00

3° Felt -1°

—

9 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 39

Humidity71%

0°C3340m

04:00

2° Felt -2°

—

9 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity72%

0°C3310m

05:00

2° Felt -2°

—

8 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity73%

0°C3300m

06:00

3° Felt -1°

—

7 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 34

Humidity70%

0°C3410m

07:00

4° Felt 1°

—

7 km/h WNW · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity68%

0°C3460m

08:00

6° Felt 2°

—

7 km/h WNW · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity55%

0°C3460m

09:00

7° Felt 4°

—

7 km/h WNW · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity46%

0°C3510m

10:00

8° Felt 6°

—

8 km/h W · Weak Gusts 25

Humidity43%

0°C3590m

11:00

9° Felt 7°

—

9 km/h W · Weak Gusts 27

Humidity45%

0°C3640m

12:00

10° Felt 8°

—

11 km/h WSW · Weak Gusts 21

Humidity49%

0°C2920m

13:00

10° Felt 8°

—

14 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 23

Humidity45%

0°C3710m

14:00

10° Felt 7°

—

14 km/h SSW · Moderate Gusts 24

Humidity55%

0°C3710m

15:00

10° Felt 6°

—

13 km/h SSW · Moderate Gusts 26

Humidity60%

0°C3770m

16:00

9° Felt 6°

—

11 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 27

Humidity63%

0°C3780m

17:00

8° Felt 4°

—

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 25

Humidity63%

0°C3760m

18:00

7° Felt 4°

—

7 km/h S · Weak Gusts 23

Humidity59%

0°C3750m

19:00

6° Felt 3°

—

6 km/h SSE · Weak Gusts 23

Humidity66%

0°C3760m

20:00

6° Felt 3°

—

6 km/h S · Weak Gusts 23

Humidity75%

0°C3760m

21:00

5° Felt 3°

—

7 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 25

Humidity82%

0°C3910m

22:00

5° Felt 2°

—

7 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 25

Humidity87%

0°C3940m

23:00

5° Felt 2°

—

7 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 25

Humidity86%

0°C3890m

00:00

5° Felt 2°

—

6 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 27

Humidity87%

0°C3870m

01:00

5° Felt 2°

—

6 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 24

Humidity85%

0°C3830m

Last update: 27 August 2026 00:31

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)
6.2Very Good	3.1Very Good	99Very Good	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	41Fair

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.