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Thursday 22 October

Niederjoch

3025 m s.l.m.

NW 15 km/h Moderate Gusts 38 km/h

73% Rain chance

05:44 Sunrise

16:17 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Niederjoch: Weather forecast for Thursday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

23:00

-6° Felt -11°

0.2 mm

13 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 32

Humidity83%

0°C2550m

00:00

-7° Felt -12°

—

13 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 27

Humidity81%

0°C2510m

01:00

-7° Felt -13°

—

14 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 24

Humidity85%

0°C2470m

02:00

-8° Felt -13°

—

14 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 28

Humidity84%

0°C2450m

03:00

-9° Felt -15°

—

15 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 38

Humidity78%

0°C2360m

04:00

-10° Felt -16°

—

14 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 37

Humidity66%

0°C2280m

05:00

-10° Felt -15°

—

13 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 37

Humidity51%

0°C2320m

06:00

-9° Felt -15°

—

13 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 37

Humidity41%

0°C2350m

07:00

-8° Felt -14°

—

12 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 34

Humidity36%

0°C2440m

08:00

-7° Felt -12°

—

11 km/h N · Weak Gusts 34

Humidity35%

0°C2530m

09:00

-5° Felt -11°

—

11 km/h N · Weak Gusts 34

Humidity35%

0°C2620m

10:00

-5° Felt -10°

—

10 km/h N · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity36%

0°C2640m

11:00

-4° Felt -9°

—

9 km/h N · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity39%

0°C2670m

12:00

-4° Felt -9°

—

7 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity41%

0°C2690m

13:00

-4° Felt -8°

—

4 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 18

Humidity42%

0°C2700m

14:00

-4° Felt -8°

—

3 km/h W · Weak Gusts 18

Humidity42%

0°C2710m

15:00

-4° Felt -8°

—

4 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 18

Humidity44%

0°C2720m

16:00

-5° Felt -9°

—

5 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 20

Humidity51%

0°C2650m

17:00

-6° Felt -10°

—

6 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 20

Humidity61%

0°C2570m

18:00

-7° Felt -11°

—

7 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 20

Humidity65%

0°C2500m

19:00

-7° Felt -11°

—

7 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 22

Humidity58%

0°C2520m

20:00

-7° Felt -11°

—

8 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 22

Humidity46%

0°C2530m

21:00

-6° Felt -11°

—

8 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 22

Humidity38%

0°C2550m

22:00

-6° Felt -11°

—

8 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 27

Humidity39%

0°C2580m

23:00

-5° Felt -10°

—

10 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 27

Humidity44%

0°C2610m

00:00

-5° Felt -10°

—

11 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 27

Humidity49%

0°C2640m

01:00

-5° Felt -10°

—

11 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 35

Humidity51%

0°C2650m

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)
3.9Very Good	2.7Very Good	149Good	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	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.