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Julian Alps Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Julian Alps, Slovenia in December.

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Bled Kranjska Gora Bohinj Radovljica

Thinking about venturing to the Julian Alps, Slovenia this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Julian Alps in December

The Julian Alps, Slovenia is a region in Slovenia. December in the Julian Alps generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Bled. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Julian Alps, Slovenia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Jesenice with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Bohinj with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Bled receives around 63 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore the Julian Alps by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March9°C (48°F) April14°C (57°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Julian Alps in December

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

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 the Julian Alps

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Julian Alps, Slovenia?

Temperature range in the Julian Alps (December)

Precipitation variation in the Julian Alps (December)

Bled

In December Bled generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
63 hours
91 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bled →

Kranjska Gora

In December Kranjska Gora generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
45 hours
57 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kranjska Gora →

Bohinj

In December Bohinj generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
63 hours
91 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bohinj →

Radovljica

In December Radovljica generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
63 hours
91 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Radovljica →

Jesenice

In December Jesenice generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
63 hours
91 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jesenice →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Julian Alps in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bled 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Kranjska Gora 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Bohinj 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Radovljica 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Jesenice 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)

The Julian Alps weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Julian Alps, Slovenia in December?

In December, the Julian Alps, Slovenia generally has poor weather conditions. Bled sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -4°C (25°F).

What is the average temperature in the Julian Alps, Slovenia in December?

Bled averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -4°C (25°F).

Does the Julian Alps, Slovenia get a lot of snow/rain in December?

December is on the drier side in the Julian Alps, Slovenia. Bled averages only about 98 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Julian Alps, Slovenia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bled, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Julian Alps, Slovenia.

On average, the best time to visit the Julian Alps, Slovenia is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Bled. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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