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Outdoor activities Potential

32/100

Poor

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

February, August, October

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

-7°C – 8°C

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The best time to visit Ötztal for hiking is February, August, October, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Ötztal

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
25Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-7°151
February
32Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-7°113
March
24Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-5°154
April
24Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-2°150
May
22Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
169
June
19Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
197
July
29Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
198
August
30Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
201
September
28Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
140
October
30Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
141
November
26Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-3°150
December
25Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-6°158

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Ötztal

When is the best time to visit Ötztal for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Ötztal for outdoor activities is typically in February, August, October, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Ötztal?

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Rainy season typically: March–August. It is generally better to avoid these months for outdoor activities.

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