Ehrwald facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ehrwald
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 Ehrwald
Location in Austria
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| Country | Austria | |
| State | Tyrol | |
| District | Reutte | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 49.44 km2 (19.09 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 994 m (3,261 ft) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
6632
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| Area code | 05673 | |
| Vehicle registration | RE | |
| Website | http://www.ehrwald.tirol.gv.at/ | |
Ehrwald is a lovely village located in the Reutte area of Austria. It's part of the Tyrol state, which is famous for its amazing mountains. Ehrwald is a "municipality," which means it's a local area with its own government and services, like a small town.
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Where is Ehrwald Located?
Ehrwald is nestled right at the southern base of the Zugspitze mountain. This mountain is super tall, reaching 2,950 meters (about 9,678 feet) above sea level! The Zugspitze is special because it's the highest mountain in Germany, but it's shared with Austria.
You can easily get to the top of the Zugspitze from Ehrwald. There's a special cable car called the Tyrolean Aerial Tramway that takes visitors up the mountain. It offers incredible views of the surrounding Alps.
What is the Weather Like in Ehrwald?
Ehrwald has a climate with four clear seasons. This means you'll experience warm summers, cool autumns, cold winters, and mild springs.
Summer Weather in Ehrwald
Summers in Ehrwald are usually very pleasant. Days are mild to warm, perfect for outdoor activities. Evenings are cool, which is great for sleeping after a day of exploring.
Winter Weather in Ehrwald
Winters are quite cold and snowy. Ehrwald gets a lot of snow, making it a popular spot for winter sports. On average, it receives about 325 centimeters (128 inches) of snow each year!
Rainfall Throughout the Year
Ehrwald gets a good amount of rain all year round. However, it tends to rain more during the summer months. This helps keep the landscape green and fresh.
| Climate data for Ehrwald (1971–2000) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 15.3 (59.5) |
17.7 (63.9) |
22.0 (71.6) |
24.1 (75.4) |
28.4 (83.1) |
31.8 (89.2) |
33.3 (91.9) |
33.8 (92.8) |
30.4 (86.7) |
26.5 (79.7) |
19.2 (66.6) |
14.8 (58.6) |
33.8 (92.8) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 2.5 (36.5) |
4.1 (39.4) |
7.7 (45.9) |
10.7 (51.3) |
16.4 (61.5) |
18.8 (65.8) |
21.3 (70.3) |
21.0 (69.8) |
17.8 (64.0) |
13.4 (56.1) |
6.2 (43.2) |
2.7 (36.9) |
11.9 (53.4) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | −2.3 (27.9) |
−1.6 (29.1) |
1.6 (34.9) |
4.6 (40.3) |
9.9 (49.8) |
12.6 (54.7) |
14.7 (58.5) |
14.4 (57.9) |
11.0 (51.8) |
6.9 (44.4) |
1.2 (34.2) |
−1.6 (29.1) |
6.0 (42.8) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | −5.9 (21.4) |
−5.3 (22.5) |
−2.3 (27.9) |
0.4 (32.7) |
4.9 (40.8) |
7.9 (46.2) |
9.6 (49.3) |
9.8 (49.6) |
6.7 (44.1) |
3.0 (37.4) |
−2.0 (28.4) |
−4.8 (23.4) |
1.8 (35.2) |
| Record low °C (°F) | −28.5 (−19.3) |
−24.7 (−12.5) |
−21.5 (−6.7) |
−11.1 (12.0) |
−5.2 (22.6) |
−1.2 (29.8) |
1.0 (33.8) |
0.4 (32.7) |
−3.6 (25.5) |
−8.0 (17.6) |
−18.6 (−1.5) |
−21.5 (−6.7) |
−28.5 (−19.3) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 78.2 (3.08) |
69.6 (2.74) |
86.1 (3.39) |
83.7 (3.30) |
117.6 (4.63) |
164.0 (6.46) |
177.8 (7.00) |
154.6 (6.09) |
108.8 (4.28) |
80.0 (3.15) |
88.2 (3.47) |
83.8 (3.30) |
1,292.4 (50.88) |
| Average snowfall cm (inches) | 59.1 (23.3) |
72.2 (28.4) |
70.2 (27.6) |
23.4 (9.2) |
2.9 (1.1) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
2.9 (1.1) |
37.8 (14.9) |
57.0 (22.4) |
325.5 (128.1) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 1.0 mm) | 10.3 | 9.1 | 12.1 | 12.5 | 13.8 | 16.2 | 15.8 | 14.6 | 11.7 | 10.0 | 10.3 | 11.2 | 147.6 |
| Average relative humidity (%) (at 14:00) | 62.7 | 58.4 | 53.5 | 53.1 | 51.9 | 54.5 | 53.0 | 55.1 | 54.6 | 54.9 | 63.0 | 65.7 | 56.7 |
| Source: Central Institute for Meteorology and Geodynamics | |||||||||||||
See also
- In Spanish: Ehrwald para niños
