Železniki Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Železniki.

Climate overview of Železniki

Temperatures in Železniki, Gorenjska, Slovenia, vary greatly throughout the year. July is the hottest month at 25°C (77°F), while January is the coldest at 4°C (39°F).

The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1478 mm (58 in) annually. September is the wettest month. It has warm summers and cold winters. July is the sunniest month, averaging 9.7 hours of sunshine per day.

Železniki Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Železniki - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Železniki

The climate in Železniki is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July to a chilly 4°C (39°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 14°C (57°F) in July to around -4°C (25°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Železniki

Železniki has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1478 mm (58 in) of rain/snowfall per year. The climate in Železniki shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in September, the wettest month, with an average of 157 mm (6.2 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 72 mm (2.8 in) of snow/rainfall over 12 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Železniki Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Železniki

For those who appreciate different seasons, Železniki serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.9 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Ljubljana, Slovenia (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Ljubljana, Slovenia (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Humidity in Železniki by Month

Best Time to Visit Železniki

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Železniki in June, July, August and September. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, November and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: June, July, August and September
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: July
  • Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
  • Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -4°C (25°F).

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Železniki

What is the best time to visit Železniki?

June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Železniki. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Železniki has warm summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Železniki?

Daytime highs range from 4°C (39°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -4°C (25°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Železniki get?

Annual rainfall is around 1478 mm (58 in). September is the wettest month with 157 mm (6.2 in), while January is the driest with 72 mm (2.8 in).

How sunny is Železniki?

Železniki receives around 1,976 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 291 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 57 hours.

Železniki 3-Day Forecast

Železniki 3-Day Forecast

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