Climate Insights for Zvolen

District of Zvolen, Pohronie, Slovakia

Hottest
August
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
January
-4°C low25°F low
Wettest
July
103 mm rain4.1 in rain
Best to Visit
June, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Zvolen is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 917 mm of precipitation falls per year. Zvolen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zvolen 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 96cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Zvolen is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 36.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Zvolen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zvolen 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 38in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -4°FebMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°MarMax: 10°Average: 5°Min: 0°AprMax: 14°Average: 9°Min: 3°MayMax: 18°Average: 13°Min: 7°JunMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°JulMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°AugMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°SepMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 9°OctMax: 14°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: 41°FAverage: 35°FMin: 29°FMarMax: 49°FAverage: 40°FMin: 32°FAprMax: 58°FAverage: 48°FMin: 38°FMayMax: 64°FAverage: 56°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 56°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 58°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 48°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 39°FMin: 34°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 32°FMin: 29°F
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Temperatures in Zvolen vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 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 Zvolen vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°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 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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 30mmFebPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 17mmMarPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 5mmAprPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 3mmMayPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 14mmDecPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 26mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 12inFebPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 2inAprPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 6inDecPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 10in
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Zvolen is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 917 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 76 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 103 mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 53 mm. That's 51 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 96cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 30cm.Zvolen is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 36.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 4.1 in of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 2.1 in. That's 2 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 38in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 12in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 7km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 7km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Zvolen 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 7km/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.Zvolen 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 4mph, 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.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°29°F
Feb1°35°F
Mar5°40°F
Apr9°48°F
May13°56°F
Jun18°65°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep15°58°F
Oct9°48°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Zvolen is during June and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 95 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 Zvolen is during June and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.7 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 Zvolen 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 Zvolen 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
8 km/h5 mph
53 mm2.1 in
30 cm12 in
Feb
-2 °C29 °F
5 °C41 °F
9 km/h5 mph
60 mm2.3 in
17 cm7 in
Mar
0 °C32 °F
10 °C49 °F
8 km/h5 mph
53 mm2.1 in
5 cm2 in
Apr
3 °C38 °F
14 °C58 °F
9 km/h6 mph
64 mm2.5 in
3 cm1 in
May
7 °C45 °F
18 °C64 °F
8 km/h5 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
7 km/h5 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
8 km/h5 mph
103 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
7 km/h4 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C49 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h5 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
14 °C57 °F
8 km/h5 mph
75 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
1 °C34 °F
7 °C44 °F
7 km/h4 mph
72 mm2.8 in
14 cm6 in
Dec
-2 °C29 °F
2 °C36 °F
8 km/h5 mph
60 mm2.3 in
26 cm10 in