Slovenia · August
Low seasonSlovenia · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)12 (54) | 7° (45°)-1– (30–)15 (59) | 12° (54°)3– (37–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)7– (45–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)12– (54–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)17– (63–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)19– (66–)34 (93) | 28° (82°)19– (66–)34 (93) | 22° (72°)13– (55–)30 (86) | 17° (63°)8– (46–)23 (73) | 10° (50°)2– (36–)18 (64) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)13 (55) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -3° (27°)-10– (14–)5 (41) | -1° (30°)-9– (16–)5 (41) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)8 (46) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)12 (54) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)20 (68) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)17 (63) | 7° (45°)-1– (30–)14 (57) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)10 (50) | -1° (30°)-8– (18–)5 (41) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 3h UV 3 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 4h UV 4 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 6d70mm (2.8") | 7d84mm (3.3") | 6d81mm (3.2") | 7d89mm (3.5") | 9d122mm (4.8") | 8d104mm (4.1") | 8d110mm (4.3") | 7d127mm (5.0") | 8d176mm (6.9") | 6d107mm (4.2") | 8d121mm (4.8") | 7d105mm (4.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
August is an acceptable travel month for Slovenia — conditions are fine, though June and July offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 28°C (82°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 21°C (70°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 127 mm (5.0 in) total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Summer in Slovenia means water: Lake Bled, Bohinj, the Soča and the Adriatic coast at Piran invite swimming, paddling and rafting. The days are long and sunny, the evenings warm. Around Bled it is busy at weekends, but away from the hotspots it stays quiet.
Packing list for Slovenia in August
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Slovenia?
- August is not an optimal month for Slovenia (Score: 71/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June and July.
- How warm is it in Slovenia in August?
- In August, Slovenia sees daily highs of 28°C (82°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 21°C (70°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F).
- How much rain falls in Slovenia in August?
- In August, Slovenia receives an average of 127 mm (5.0 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Slovenia get in August?
- Slovenia averages 8 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
