Bratislava Climate by Month
Bratislava features a moderately continental climate and is in one of the warmest and driest parts of Slovakia. Recently, the transitions from winter to summer and summer to winter have been rapid, with short autumn and spring periods. Due to climate change snow also occurs less frequently than previously.
Average day and night temperature
In Bratislava, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in July to a chilly 4°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -3°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Bratislava receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 718 mm. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 84 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, January, still receives a respectable 41 mm of snow/rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Bratislava, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.7 hours.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Bratislava.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Bratislava ranges from 2°C in August to 4°C in February.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Bratislava in Slovakia
During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 84 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 41 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 280 hours of sunshine.
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