Climate Insights for Poprad
District of Poprad, Tatry, Slovakia
Climate Overview
The climate in Poprad is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 864 mm of precipitation falls per year. Poprad receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Poprad 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 -7°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 153cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Poprad is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 34 in of precipitation falls per year. Poprad receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Poprad 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 19°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 60in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Poprad vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Poprad vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 25°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Poprad is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 864 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 72 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 112 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 41 mm. That's 71 mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 153cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.Poprad is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 34 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.6 in. That's 2.8 in less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 60in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 14in.
Wind
Poprad is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/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 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Poprad 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 April, 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 Poprad is during June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 86 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 23°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -7°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 Poprad is during June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 73°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°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 Poprad 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 Poprad 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.