The climate of Slovakia

The current climate in Slovakia features temperatures ranging from a high of 28°C to a low of 3°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 15°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -2°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Slovakia.

Temperature records

The highest temperature recorded in Slovakia in recent years was 38°C in August 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -11°C in January 2016.

Precipitation and snowfall

On average, Slovakia gets 937 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 47 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.

The climate in Slovakia is based on weather data from Bratislava. Other places, like Košice, Bojnice or Štrbské Pleso, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Slovakia to get the full picture of the climate.

Best time to visit Slovakia?

The best time to visit Slovakia for sunny weather is May through September. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Slovakia. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

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Climate Table of Slovakia

The climate table of Slovakia shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

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Temp. max (°C) 3 6 7 16 20 23 28 27 20 12 8 5
Temp. min (°C) -2 0 -2 6 11 14 18 17 11 4 3 1
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Precipitation (mm) 179 103 47 40 76 79 51 72 65 74 55 96
Snow (cm) 22 9,0 6,2 0,3 0 0 0 0 0 2,1 3,7 3,4
UV Index 2 3 5 6 6 7 7 6 6 4 2 1

Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.

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Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Slovakia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Slovakia

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Yearly Temperature in Slovakia

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Slovakia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Average Precipitation per Month in Slovakia

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Slovakia

Average Snowfall per Month in Slovakia

Total Yearly Snowfall in Slovakia

UV index chart

This chart shows the average UV index per month in Slovakia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

Average UV Index per Month in Slovakia

Weather experiences in Slovakia

The weather in Slovakia is rated an average of 3,6 out of 5 stars by 8 visitors. Have you been to Slovakia? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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was here in September Weather experience:Good

The temperature was perfect for nature walks. Bring a coat for the evening as it can get chilly.

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was here in March Weather experience:Good

The air temperature is pleasant 10-15 degrees, sometimes it rains. The cold winter has given way to cool but sunny days. Ideal for active vacations. There is snow only in the mountains.

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was here in January Weather experience:Good

A winter coat and thermal underwear were definitely needed despite some sunny days.

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was here in August Weather experience:Good

High temperatures, light rain and lots of sunshine made for a wonderful summer vacation. In the evening there were several thunderstorms. Very nice for an active vacation.

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was here in December Weather experience:Okay

In addition to the cold, the snow made for a fantastic and atmospheric winter wonderland.

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was here in October Weather experience:Okay

There were both rainy and sunny days. Temperatures ranged from 5°C to 15°C. It can be quite unpredictable, so it is advisable to be prepared for different weather conditions.

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was here in February Weather experience:Okay

February in Slovakia was cool and snowy, ideal for winter sports. Continental moderate temperatures and regular but not heavy snowfall made the vacations pleasant. The sun was barely visible. Apply plenty of layers.

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was here in May Weather experience:Good

Moderate temperatures with occasional refreshing showers. Ideal for an active vacation!

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Average weather in Slovakia by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Slovakia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.