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Current weather

Pfaffenscharte

2854 m s.l.m.

56% Humidity

NNW 18 km/h Moderate Gusts 49 km/h

90% Rain chance 1 mm

3800 m Freezing level

04:47 Sunrise

17:28 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Pfaffenscharte: Weather forecast for Sunday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

13:00

7° Felt 2°

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18 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 49

Humidity56%

0°C3800m

14:00

7° Felt 2°

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18 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity63%

0°C3730m

15:00

7° Felt 2°

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17 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity66%

0°C3720m

16:00

6° Felt 1°

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16 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 45

Humidity70%

0°C3720m

17:00

5° Felt 1°

—

17 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 46

Humidity73%

0°C3690m

18:00

5° Felt 0°

—

18 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 52

Humidity83%

0°C3710m

19:00

4° Felt -1°

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22 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 55

Humidity89%

0°C3610m

20:00

4° Felt -2°

0.2 mm

28 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 68

Humidity89%

0°C3700m

21:00

4° Felt -1°

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20 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 67

Humidity87%

0°C3580m

22:00

4° Felt -1°

0.1 mm

20 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 55

Humidity93%

0°C3500m

23:00

3° Felt -2°

0.7 mm

23 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 58

Humidity99%

0°C3430m

00:00

3° Felt -3°

0.6 mm

28 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 66

Humidity100%

0°C3380m

01:00

3° Felt -2°

0.8 mm

23 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 68

Humidity99%

0°C3390m

Last update: 13 September 2026 12:33

Air quality and pollen counts for Pfaffenscharte

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)
4.3Very Good	3.2Very Good	117Good	0Absent	0Absent	0.6Low	0.7Low	0Absent	0Absent	23Good

Discovering Pfaffenscharte

Pfaffenscharte, located at approximately 2,660 meters above sea level, is a spectacular mountain pass between the Ahrntal and the Zillertal, nestled in the heart of the Zillertaler Alpen. This alpine crossing, accessible from Kasern, offers one of South Tyrol’s most panoramic and wild hiking experiences, immersed in the untouched landscapes of the Naturpark Rieserferner-Ahrn.

The trail to Pfaffenscharte is demanding and suited for experienced hikers, with steep sections and breathtaking views of peaks such as Großer Löffler, Schwarzenstein, and Hochgall. The route winds through alpine meadows, glacial streams, and historic mountain huts, often included in longer treks like the Neves Höhenweg or as a stage toward the Rifugio Brigata Tridentina, one of the most scenic shelters in the region.

The Ahrntal is renowned for its authenticity and deep-rooted mining and farming traditions. Beyond hiking, visitors can explore the Mineralienmuseum Kirchler in St. Johann, the Klimastollen Prettau, and the famous Reinbachfälle near Sand in Taufers. Numerous alpine huts offer traditional South Tyrolean cuisine and warm hospitality, making every excursion a full experience of nature and culture.