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Tuesday 01 September

Niederjoch

3025 m s.l.m.

SSW 14 km/h Moderate Gusts 48 km/h

30% Rain chance 3 mm

04:36 Sunrise

17:56 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Niederjoch: Weather forecast for Tuesday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

23:00

5° Felt 3°

—

3 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 23

Humidity95%

0°C3840m

00:00

5° Felt 3°

—

4 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 25

Humidity97%

0°C3850m

01:00

5° Felt 3°

—

4 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity98%

0°C3900m

02:00

4° Felt 2°

—

4 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity97%

0°C3940m

03:00

4° Felt 2°

—

4 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity97%

0°C3990m

04:00

4° Felt 2°

—

4 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity98%

0°C4010m

05:00

4° Felt 2°

—

5 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity99%

0°C4030m

06:00

4° Felt 2°

—

5 km/h S · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity98%

0°C4050m

07:00

5° Felt 3°

—

7 km/h S · Weak Gusts 28

Humidity92%

0°C4020m

08:00

6° Felt 3°

—

9 km/h S · Weak Gusts 30

Humidity83%

0°C3990m

09:00

7° Felt 4°

—

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity75%

0°C3960m

10:00

8° Felt 5°

—

12 km/h S · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity69%

0°C3920m

11:00

9° Felt 5°

—

13 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 31

Humidity64%

0°C3880m

12:00

9° Felt 5°

—

14 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 32

Humidity63%

0°C3840m

13:00

9° Felt 5°

0.2 mm

13 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 38

Humidity67%

0°C3840m

14:00

8° Felt 5°

0.2 mm

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 45

Humidity75%

0°C3830m

15:00

7° Felt 5°

0.2 mm

9 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 48

Humidity82%

0°C3830m

16:00

7° Felt 4°

0.7 mm

8 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 43

Humidity85%

0°C3800m

17:00

6° Felt 4°

0.7 mm

7 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 33

Humidity87%

0°C3760m

18:00

6° Felt 4°

0.7 mm

6 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 26

Humidity89%

0°C3730m

19:00

6° Felt 4°

—

4 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 23

Humidity90%

0°C3730m

20:00

5° Felt 3°

—

3 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 21

Humidity90%

0°C3720m

21:00

5° Felt 3°

—

2 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 21

Humidity91%

0°C3720m

22:00

5° Felt 3°

—

2 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 22

Humidity94%

0°C3750m

23:00

4° Felt 2°

—

3 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 23

Humidity97%

0°C3770m

00:00

4° Felt 2°

—

3 km/h WSW · Weak Gusts 25

Humidity98%

0°C3800m

01:00

4° Felt 2°

—

3 km/h WSW · Weak Gusts 23

Humidity95%

0°C3780m

Last update: 27 August 2026 00:31

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.