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When to climb at Hochgern
The best months for bouldering at Hochgern are February to April: the coolest, driest spell of the year, when the rock has the best friction. On average July too wet. June and August are warm: climb early or late in the day.
Can you climb there today?Today's answer, hour by hour, and the week ahead.Month by month
| Month | Dry days | High / low | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16 of 31 | 5° / -3° | 85 mm | Good |
| February | 19 of 28 | 8° / -1° | 72 mm | Best |
| March | 15 of 31 | 11° / 1° | 104 mm | Best |
| April | 16 of 30 | 14° / 3° | 115 mm | Best |
| May | 15 of 31 | 17° / 8° | 160 mm | Good |
| June | 17 of 30 | 23° / 13° | 114 mm | Warm |
| July | 12 of 31 | 23° / 15° | 182 mm | Wet |
| August | 15 of 31 | 24° / 15° | 179 mm | Warm |
| September | 17 of 30 | 20° / 11° | 144 mm | Good |
| October | 18 of 31 | 16° / 7° | 97 mm | Good |
| November | 15 of 30 | 8° / 1° | 148 mm | Good |
| December | 18 of 31 | 5° / -2° | 100 mm | Good |
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When is the best time to boulder at Hochgern?
The best months for bouldering at Hochgern are February to April: the coolest, driest spell of the year, when the rock has the best friction. On average July too wet. June and August are warm: climb early or late in the day.
What's the weather like at Hochgern in February?
Highs around 8 °C and lows around -1 °C, with about 9 days of 1 mm of rain or more and 72 mm in all, averaged over 2023 to 2025.
Which month is wettest at Hochgern?
July, with about 19 rainy days and 182 mm on average. Most rock dries within a day after a shower, but cracks and pockets can seep for longer.