The month in detail
What to expect in August
Off-season for skiing Hintertux — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude. With 51% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
August ranks 2 out of 12 months in Hintertux. Compared to July: −0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
2°
Daylight
14.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Hintertux is June (4.0/10), 2.9 pts higher than August.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.
Country · Austria
🗣️LanguageGerman
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 15°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · -5°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 57%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude1500 m
🎿Ski area1500 → 3250 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Hintertux ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
AustriaAlpine mountain climate climate with a 4.0 → 0.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
47.05°N · 11.67°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Hintertux?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: October (ski score 7.8/10). For hiking/summer: October (7.8/10, 3.0°C).
Can you ski in Hintertux in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 6.0/10. Cold temperatures (-5°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Hintertux in summer?
In October, temperatures average 3.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Hintertux?
May is the wettest month with May has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Hintertux in August?
The average UV index reaches 6 in August in Hintertux (high), with about 14.0h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.