Climate Insights for Považská Bystrica

District of Považská Bystrica, Horné Považie, Slovakia

Hottest
August
25°C peak76°F peak
Coldest
January
-4°C low25°F low
Wettest
July
96 mm rain3.8 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Považská Bystrica is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 873 mm of precipitation falls per year. Považská Bystrica receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Považská Bystrica 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 117cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Považská Bystrica is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 34.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Považská Bystrica receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Považská Bystrica 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 25°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 46in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -4°FebMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°MarMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: 0°AprMax: 14°Average: 9°Min: 3°MayMax: 18°Average: 13°Min: 7°JunMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 12°JulMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 13°AugMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°SepMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 10°OctMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 5°NovMax: 7°Average: 4°Min: 1°DecMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°FAverage: 29°FMin: 25°FFebMax: 40°FAverage: 35°FMin: 29°FMarMax: 48°FAverage: 40°FMin: 32°FAprMax: 56°FAverage: 48°FMin: 38°FMayMax: 64°FAverage: 55°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 58°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 56°FAverage: 48°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 39°FMin: 34°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 33°FMin: 29°F
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Temperatures in Považská Bystrica vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -2°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Považská Bystrica vary considerably across the year, with a 51°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 29°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 37mmFebPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 20mmMarPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 7mmAprPrecipitation: 57mmSnow: 6mmMayPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 14mmDecPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 31mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 15inFebPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 8inMarPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 3inAprPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 5inDecPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 12in
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Snow (in)

Považská Bystrica is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 873 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 73 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 96 mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 49 mm. That's 47 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 117cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 37cm.Považská Bystrica is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 34.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.9 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 3.8 in of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.9 in. That's 1.9 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 46in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 15in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Považská Bystrica is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 8km/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.Považská Bystrica 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 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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

Jan-2°29°F
Feb1°35°F
Mar4°40°F
Apr9°48°F
May13°55°F
Jun18°65°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep15°58°F
Oct9°48°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec0°33°F

The best time to visit Považská Bystrica is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 89 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°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 Považská Bystrica is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 25°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 Považská Bystrica 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 Považská Bystrica 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
-4 °C25 °F
1 °C34 °F
9 km/h5 mph
62 mm2.5 in
37 cm15 in
Feb
-2 °C29 °F
5 °C40 °F
10 km/h6 mph
64 mm2.5 in
20 cm8 in
Mar
0 °C32 °F
9 °C48 °F
10 km/h6 mph
49 mm1.9 in
7 cm3 in
Apr
3 °C38 °F
14 °C56 °F
10 km/h6 mph
57 mm2.2 in
6 cm2 in
May
7 °C45 °F
18 °C64 °F
9 km/h6 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
23 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C56 °F
24 °C76 °F
8 km/h5 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C56 °F
25 °C76 °F
8 km/h5 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C49 °F
20 °C67 °F
8 km/h5 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
13 °C56 °F
9 km/h5 mph
73 mm2.9 in
1 cm1 in
Nov
1 °C34 °F
7 °C44 °F
8 km/h5 mph
64 mm2.5 in
14 cm5 in
Dec
-2 °C29 °F
2 °C36 °F
8 km/h5 mph
64 mm2.5 in
31 cm12 in