Climate Insights for Lučenec
District of Lučenec, Poiplie, Slovakia
Climate Overview
The climate in Lučenec is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 737 mm of precipitation falls per year. Lučenec receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lučenec is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 54cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Lučenec is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 29 in of precipitation falls per year. Lučenec receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lučenec is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 26°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 21in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Lučenec vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is -1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Lučenec vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 26°F and the daily average is 31°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lučenec is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 737 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 61 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 83 mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 39 mm. That's 44 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 54cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 17cm.Lučenec is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 3.3 in of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.5 in. That's 1.7 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 21in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 7in.
Wind
Lučenec is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Lučenec is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Lučenec is during 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 75 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Lučenec is during 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 3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 26°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 Lučenec 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 Lučenec 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.