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Tuesday 20 October

Niederjoch

3025 m s.l.m.

SSW 28 km/h Moderate Gusts 74 km/h

60% Rain chance 2 mm

05:41 Sunrise

16:20 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

0° Felt -4°

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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

02:00

-0° Felt -4°

—

13 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 45

Humidity88%

0°C3070m

03:00

-0° Felt -5°

—

14 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 48

Humidity90%

0°C3060m

04:00

-1° Felt -5°

—

15 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 50

Humidity95%

0°C3050m

05:00

-0° Felt -5°

—

17 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 50

Humidity94%

0°C3050m

06:00

-0° Felt -5°

—

19 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 56

Humidity97%

0°C3050m

07:00

-0° Felt -5°

—

18 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 56

Humidity99%

0°C3050m

08:00

-0° Felt -5°

—

17 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 53

Humidity100%

0°C3070m

09:00

0° Felt -5°

—

17 km/h SW · Moderate Gusts 50

Humidity100%

0°C3080m

10:00

0° Felt -4°

—

17 km/h SSW · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity99%

0°C3100m

11:00

1° Felt -4°

—

18 km/h SSW · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity99%

0°C3080m

12:00

1° Felt -4°

—

18 km/h SSW · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity99%

0°C3080m

13:00

1° Felt -4°

—

19 km/h SSW · Moderate Gusts 45

Humidity100%

0°C3080m

14:00

1° Felt -4°

—

20 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity100%

0°C3090m

15:00

1° Felt -4°

—

20 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 48

Humidity100%

0°C3100m

16:00

1° Felt -4°

—

19 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 47

Humidity100%

0°C3100m

17:00

0° Felt -4°

—

18 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity100%

0°C3100m

18:00

0° Felt -5°

—

19 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity100%

0°C3090m

19:00

-0° Felt -5°

—

20 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 52

Humidity100%

0°C3070m

20:00

-1° Felt -6°

—

21 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 57

Humidity99%

0°C3040m

21:00

-0° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

24 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 62

Humidity100%

0°C3070m

22:00

-1° Felt -7°

0.6 mm

25 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 68

Humidity100%

0°C3000m

23:00

-1° Felt -7°

0.4 mm

28 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 74

Humidity100%

0°C3030m

00:00

-1° Felt -8°

0.5 mm

33 km/h SSE · Strong Gusts 82

Humidity100%

0°C3040m

01:00

-0° Felt -7°

0.86 mm

30 km/h SSE · Strong Gusts 76

Humidity99%

0°C3045m

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)
6Very Good	4Very Good	102Good	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	21Good

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.