Slovakia

Slovakia Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Slovakia in October.

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Planning a getaway to Slovakia this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Slovakia in October

October in Slovakia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Važec at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Nové Zámky at 17°C (63°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Nové Zámky and 2°C (36°F) in Važec.

To explore the conditions in Slovakia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Malacky with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Sihelné with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Bratislava receives about 147 hours of sunlight in October, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Slovakia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Slovakia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Bratislava)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March11°C (52°F) April17°C (63°F) May22°C (72°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September22°C (72°F) October16°C (61°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Slovakia in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Slovakia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Slovakia

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Slovakia?

Temperature range in Slovakia (October)

Precipitation variation in Slovakia (October)

Bratislava

In October Bratislava generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
147 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
52 mm (2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
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Liptovský Mikuláš

In October Liptovský Mikuláš generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
115 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Donovaly

In October Donovaly generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
120 hours
51 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Vysoké Tatry

In October Vysoké Tatry generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
159 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Tatranská Lomnica

In October Tatranská Lomnica generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
159 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Slovakia in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bratislava 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Liptovský Mikuláš 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Donovaly 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Košice 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Terchová 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Trenčín 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Slovakia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Slovakia in October?

Expect tolerable weather across Slovakia in October. The popular destination of Bratislava averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Slovakia in October?

In Bratislava, the average daytime high in October is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

Does Slovakia get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Bratislava averages just 52 mm (2 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Slovakia.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Slovakia?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Slovakia with overall tolerable weather in Bratislava. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Slovakia is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Bratislava. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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