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Detailed cycling weather forecast for Staller Sattel. See wind direction, temperature and rain along the entire climb and descent.
✓ Open
Osttirol/Südtirol, IT
Pass Information
2,052m
Elevation
14.0%
Max Gradient
16.0 km
Length
Current status:
unknown
Opening Period:
Ganzjährig offen
Current Conditions
No data scraped from source page
Wed
11 Mar
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Snow showers
06:31
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18:10
1°
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-3°
Precipitation
1 mm
Humidity
94 %
🚴♂️ Staller Sattel – Key Facts for Cyclists
Location & height:
- High alpine pass on the Austria–Italy border at ~2,052 m elevation in the Central Eastern Alps.
Route profile:
- From the Italian side (Antholz/Anterselva) it’s about 11 km with ~786 m of climbing, average ~6.9 % and sections up to ~10–11 % gradient.
- The road is asphalted but narrow, with alternating traffic control lights because some stretches are effectively one‑way.
📅 When Staller Sattel is Open / Closed
Seasonal opening:
- The pass road typically opens mid‑May and stays open until late October — weather permitting. The exact dates can vary based on snow and maintenance.
Hours during open season:
- The road is generally accessible from ~05:30 until ~22:15 each day in the season.
Winter closure:
- Closed to road traffic (no cycling or vehicles) from late October until mid‑May, due to snow and alpine conditions.
- In winter the area can still be used for snowshoeing, cross‑country skiing and hiking near the pass itself — but the road is not rideable.
Traffic control:
- Because the road is narrow, traffic lights regulate alternate direction use: Austria → Italy for the first 15 min of each hour, and Italy → Austria around the half‑hour window.
🌦️ Weather Conditions & What to Expect
Weather at Staller Sattel is alpine — cool to cold even in summer, and highly variable.
Typical conditions by season
Summer (Jun–Sep):
- Temperatures at the pass often range from 5 °C to 15 °C at dawn/morning and can rise above 15 °C in midday sun, but conditions can change rapidly. Expect cool air and wind at altitude.
- Afternoon thunder showers are common in the Alps — always check updated forecasts before riding.
Shoulder seasons (May & Oct):
- Usually cold and variable, with possible snow at the summit at night or early morning — which is one reason the road only opens once snow is cleared.
Winter (Nov–Apr):
- Temperatures stay well below freezing at night; snow and ice make the road impassable.
Example winter forecast (illustrative):
- Night temperatures around –10 °C to –20 °C and daytime well below zero at high altitude — typical of high winter conditions.
Important for cyclists: Even in late spring or early autumn, wind chill and sudden weather changes can make it feel much colder than valley forecasts suggest.
⚠️ Cycling Tips & Safety
- Road surface: Good asphalt but narrow — cars and small vehicles use the same road; expect traffic light control points.
- Clothing: Bring layers, windproof/waterproof gear, and gloves — mountain weather changes fast.
- Check forecasts: Look at dedicated mountain weather services (like meteoblue or local alpine weather) close to your ride date.
- Timing: Start early to avoid afternoon storms and finish before traffic increases.
- Water & food: There are limited services up high; plan stops in valleys or at Obersee near the pass.
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Location
Weather Forecast
Next 7 Days
Wed
11 Mar
ac_unit
Snow showers
06:31
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18:10
1°
/
-3°
Precipitation
1 mm
Humidity
94 %
Thu
12 Mar
ac_unit
Snow showers
06:29
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18:11
3°
/
-3°
Precipitation
1 mm
Humidity
94 %
Fri
13 Mar
cloud
Overcast
06:27
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18:13
4°
/
-3°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
95 %
Sat
14 Mar
ac_unit
Snow showers
06:25
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18:14
0°
/
-3°
Precipitation
2 mm
Humidity
93 %
Sun
15 Mar
ac_unit
Snow showers
06:23
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18:16
1°
/
-3°
Precipitation
11 mm
Humidity
97 %
Mon
16 Mar
ac_unit
Snow showers
06:21
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18:17
2°
/
-3°
Precipitation
1 mm
Humidity
92 %
Tue
17 Mar
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Snow
06:19
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18:19
0°
/
-6°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
81 %
Climate Overview
Climate Overview
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| Jan | -2°C | -11°C | 18 | 5.6h | 14 | 46 mm | 75 % | 2 | 9h 2m |
| Feb | 0°C | -10°C | 21 | 7.2h | 9 | 19 mm | 73 % | 3 | 10h 19m |
| Mar | 2°C | -8°C | 23 | 8.6h | 15 | 72 mm | 70 % | 4 | 11h 56m |
| Apr | 6°C | -4°C | 24 | 10.0h | 16 | 89 mm | 68 % | 5 | 13h 37m |
| May | 9°C | 0°C | 24 | 10.0h | 28 | 104 mm | 65 % | 6 | 15h 3m |
| Jun | 18°C | 7°C | 30 | 13.5h | 18 | 84 mm | 67 % | 7 | 15h 48m |
| Jul | 14°C | 5°C | 30 | 11.9h | 25 | 133 mm | 66 % | 8 | 15h 25m |
| Aug | 16°C | 6°C | 29 | 11.7h | 20 | 120 mm | 68 % | 7 | 14h 9m |
| Sep | 13°C | 3°C | 24 | 9.4h | 19 | 78 mm | 70 % | 5 | 12h 32m |
| Oct | 6°C | -3°C | 24 | 8.0h | 16 | 39 mm | 72 % | 4 | 10h 51m |
| Nov | 1°C | -8°C | 23 | 7.0h | 10 | 66 mm | 76 % | 2 | 9h 22m |
| Dec | 0°C | -8°C | 23 | 6.7h | 10 | 15 mm | 77 % | 2 | 8h 36m |