- Rain mm/yr
- 1,241
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-and-climate.com, weather2travel.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Ljubljana receives rain year-round with no dry season—pack a compact umbrella even in 'dry' months.
- Winter weather is unpredictable: some years bring significant snowfall, others see minimal snow despite cold temperatures.
- February has the most snowfall (avg. 25 cm) and January the most days with snow cover (15 days), making these the most reliably snowy months.
- Summer afternoons bring moderate thunderstorms; heavy rain can occur even in warm months (especially May–June and September).
- Night-time temperature drops of 6–10°C (43–50°F) are typical due to continental climate—bring layers year-round, especially for evening activities.
- Shortest days occur in late December (8h 40m); longest in late June (15h 40m); plan indoor activities for winter and outdoor exploring for summer.
- Cold waves from Russia can push temperatures to -20°C (-4°F) or below; extreme frosts are rare but possible.
Peak Cold Months
- Daytime High Celsius
- 3
- Nighttime Low Celsius
- -2
- Daytime High Fahrenheit
- 37
- Nighttime Low Fahrenheit
- 28
- Notes
- January is the coldest month with average highs around 3.4°C (38°F) and lows around -2.5°C (28°F)
Months
- December
- January
- February
Peak Warm Months
- Daytime High Celsius
- 26
- Nighttime Low Celsius
- 15
- Daytime High Fahrenheit
- 79
- Nighttime Low Fahrenheit
- 59
- Notes
- July is the warmest month with highs around 27°C (81°F); August slightly cooler at 25°C (77°F)
Months
- July
- August
Ljubljana has a moderately continental climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold and rainy with occasional snow; summers are warm and pleasant with afternoon thunderstorms. Temperatures show significant seasonal variation, and precipitation is distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Rainfall
- Pattern
- Precipitation is distributed throughout the year with no true dry season. May-November tends toward higher rainfall. Rain falls on average 151 days per year.
- Driest Month
- January
- Annual Total Mm
- 1241
- Driest Month Mm
- 69
- Wettest Month Mm
- 147
- Annual Total Inches
- 49
- Driest Month Inches
- 2.7
- Wettest Month Inches
- 5.8
Wettest Months
- September
- October
- November
Snowfall
- Occurs
- Yes
- Peak Snowfall Cm
- 25
- Peak Snowfall Month
- February
- Peak Snowfall Inches
- 10
- Snow Cover Peak Month
- January
- Days With Snow Cover Peak
- 15
- Notes
- Snowfall typically occurs December–February. Ljubljana's lower altitude means snow is less reliable than higher regions. Snowfall varies year to year; some winters have minimal snow.
Season Months
- December
- January
- February
Best Months For Visit
- Daytime Temp Celsius
- 21
- Daytime Temp Fahrenheit
- 70
- Reason
- Pleasant temperatures, manageable rainfall, and longer daylight hours. Late spring and early autumn offer comfortable conditions with occasional sweater weather in evenings.
Months
- May
- June
- September
Off Peak Worst Months
- Daytime Temp Celsius
- 3
- Daytime Temp Fahrenheit
- 37
- Reason
- Cold, wet, and gray. December sees shortest daylight (8h 40m average). Heavy overnight frosts and variable snow. Cold waves can bring temperatures below -20°C (-4°F).
Months
- November
- December
- January
- February
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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