Climate Overview
The climate in Velenje is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1377mm of precipitation falls per year. Velenje receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Velenje 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 -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 140cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Velenje vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July 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 -5°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 March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Velenje is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1377mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 182mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 43mm. That's 139mm less than July, 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 140cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 38cm.
Wind
Velenje is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Velenje, which began on June 21, 2026. Velenje is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -5°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 335mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 497mm across the season with a monthly average of 166mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 349mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Expect around 23cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -5 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 197mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. Expect around 90cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Velenje 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.
