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Friday 24 July

Pfaffenscharte

2854 m s.l.m.

N 15 km/h Moderate Gusts 67 km/h

80% Rain chance

03:42 Sunrise

18:55 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Pfaffenscharte: Weather forecast for Friday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

23:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

15 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 68

Humidity89%

0°C2610m

00:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

15 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 67

Humidity90%

0°C2610m

01:00

-1° Felt -6°

—

14 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 65

Humidity90%

0°C2610m

02:00

-1° Felt -6°

—

13 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 64

Humidity90%

0°C2600m

03:00

-1° Felt -6°

—

13 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 63

Humidity90%

0°C2600m

04:00

-1° Felt -5°

—

12 km/h N · Weak Gusts 62

Humidity90%

0°C2600m

05:00

-1° Felt -5°

—

10 km/h N · Weak Gusts 61

Humidity89%

0°C2610m

06:00

-0° Felt -4°

—

10 km/h N · Weak Gusts 61

Humidity87%

0°C2610m

07:00

0° Felt -4°

—

11 km/h N · Weak Gusts 61

Humidity84%

0°C2650m

08:00

1° Felt -3°

—

12 km/h N · Weak Gusts 62

Humidity80%

0°C2690m

09:00

2° Felt -2°

—

13 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 61

Humidity76%

0°C2730m

10:00

4° Felt -1°

—

13 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 58

Humidity73%

0°C2820m

11:00

5° Felt 1°

—

13 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 54

Humidity69%

0°C2900m

12:00

6° Felt 3°

—

12 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 51

Humidity66%

0°C2990m

13:00

6° Felt 4°

—

12 km/h N · Weak Gusts 50

Humidity63%

0°C3230m

14:00

7° Felt 4°

—

11 km/h N · Weak Gusts 49

Humidity59%

0°C3480m

15:00

7° Felt 4°

—

10 km/h N · Weak Gusts 49

Humidity58%

0°C3720m

16:00

7° Felt 3°

—

10 km/h N · Weak Gusts 49

Humidity59%

0°C3790m

17:00

6° Felt 2°

—

9 km/h N · Weak Gusts 49

Humidity62%

0°C3850m

18:00

5° Felt 1°

—

9 km/h N · Weak Gusts 47

Humidity67%

0°C3920m

19:00

4° Felt 1°

—

7 km/h N · Weak Gusts 43

Humidity74%

0°C3880m

20:00

3° Felt -0°

—

5 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 36

Humidity83%

0°C3840m

21:00

2° Felt -1°

—

3 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 31

Humidity88%

0°C3800m

22:00

2° Felt -1°

—

2 km/h WNW · Weak Gusts 30

Humidity86%

0°C3780m

23:00

2° Felt -1°

—

3 km/h W · Weak Gusts 30

Humidity81%

0°C3760m

00:00

2° Felt -1°

—

3 km/h WSW · Weak Gusts 30

Humidity77%

0°C3740m

01:00

1° Felt -2°

—

3 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 31

Humidity77%

0°C3740m

Last update: 18 July 2026 18:33

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.