Climate Insights for Bratislava

Vnútorné mesto, District of Bratislava I, Bratislavský región, Slovakia

Hottest
July
28°C peak82°F peak
Coldest
January
-2°C low29°F low
Wettest
September
87 mm rain3.4 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bratislava is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 665 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bratislava receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bratislava is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Bratislava is temperate. The average annual temperature is 53°F and approximately 26.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Bratislava receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bratislava is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 29°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -2°FebMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 1°MarMax: 12°Average: 7°Min: 2°AprMax: 16°Average: 11°Min: 6°MayMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 10°JunMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 15°JulMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°AugMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°SepMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 12°OctMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 8°NovMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 3°DecMax: 5°Average: 2°Min: 0°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 38°FAverage: 34°FMin: 29°FFebMax: 46°FAverage: 39°FMin: 33°FMarMax: 53°FAverage: 45°FMin: 36°FAprMax: 61°FAverage: 52°FMin: 43°FMayMax: 68°FAverage: 60°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 60°FJulMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 62°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 61°FAverage: 53°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 48°FAverage: 43°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 40°FAverage: 36°FMin: 32°F
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Temperatures in Bratislava vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Bratislava vary considerably across the year, with a 53°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 29°F and the daily average is 34°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 11mmFebPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 5mmMarPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 1mmAprPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 1mmMayPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 71mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 65mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 51mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 5mmDecPrecipitation: 50mmSnow: 10mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in1in2in3in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 4inFebPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 2inMarPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 1inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 4in
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Bratislava is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 665 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 87 mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 34 mm. That's 52 mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 34cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 11cm.Bratislava is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.3 in. That's 2 in less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 13in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 4in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Bratislava is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Bratislava is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan1°34°F
Feb4°39°F
Mar7°45°F
Apr11°52°F
May16°60°F
Jun21°70°F
Jul22°72°F
Aug22°72°F
Sep17°63°F
Oct12°53°F
Nov6°43°F
Dec2°36°F

The best time to visit Bratislava is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 72 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Bratislava is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 29°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bratislava based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bratislava based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-2 °C29 °F
4 °C38 °F
12 km/h8 mph
37 mm1.5 in
11 cm4 in
Feb
1 °C33 °F
8 °C46 °F
13 km/h8 mph
36 mm1.4 in
5 cm2 in
Mar
2 °C36 °F
12 °C53 °F
13 km/h8 mph
34 mm1.4 in
1 cm1 in
Apr
6 °C43 °F
16 °C61 °F
13 km/h8 mph
47 mm1.8 in
1 cm1 in
May
10 °C51 °F
20 °C68 °F
12 km/h7 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C60 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
71 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C62 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C62 °F
28 °C82 °F
10 km/h6 mph
65 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
22 °C72 °F
10 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
16 °C61 °F
12 km/h8 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C38 °F
9 °C48 °F
12 km/h7 mph
49 mm1.9 in
5 cm2 in
Dec
0 °C32 °F
5 °C40 °F
13 km/h8 mph
50 mm2 in
10 cm4 in