AI-generatedSlovenj Gradec at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 26°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,920 h
- Rain a year
- 992 mm
- Climate
- Continental
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 447 m
Climate in Slovenj Gradec
Slovenj Gradec has mild to warm summers and cold winters with occasional snow. July is the warmest month with average highs of 26 °C, while December is the coolest at 3 °C. With around 1,920 hours of sunshine a year, Slovenj Gradec is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 8.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Slovenj Gradec
The best time to visit Slovenj Gradec is from April to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in April and from September to October. The wettest month is July with 111 mm of precipitation.
Slovenj Gradec through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Slovenj Gradec in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 11–21 °C by day
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Slovenj Gradec in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 24–26 °C by day
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
Slovenj Gradec in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 9–21 °C by day
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Slovenj Gradec in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 3–6 °C by day
- 2.9 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Snow
Dec – Mar
Snow on 2 or more days
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Your best months: May – June, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 7°
- Midday, 13:00: about 15°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 15°
- Evening, 20:00: about 11°
- Night, 23:00: about 8°
07:1518:15
Cold evenings: bring a warm jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:57–07:56 · evening 17:34–18:34
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:45–06:57 · evening 18:34–18:46
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Slovenj Gradec compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 18° at the start of the month to 12° at the end. The days get 1.6 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18° | 12° |
| Night-time low | 7° | 3° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.2 h |
What is the weather like in Slovenj Gradec in October?
In October, Slovenj Gradec is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 0 min07:15 – 18:15
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 65 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %83 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %22 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %64 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Nature escape”.
What to pack in October
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Slovenj Gradec
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Slovenj Gradec: score 78 against 65. In August, days are 10 °C warmer than in October. August has 3 more rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 78better |
| Daytime high | 16° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 5° | 13° |
| Sunshine | 4.3 h | 7.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9better | 12 |
| Rainfall | 79 mmbetter | 102 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 3 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Slovenj Gradec month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
22January3° · 2.7 h
In January, Slovenj Gradec is cold: daytime highs average 3 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−6 °C). The sun is scarce, with only about 2.7 hours a day. Precipitation falls on about 8 days, totalling 47 mm; on about 4 of them it snows. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in January25February6° · 3.9 h
In February, Slovenj Gradec is cold: daytime highs average 6 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−4 °C). The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 55 mm. Snow falls on about 4 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in February42March11° · 5.0 h
In March, Slovenj Gradec is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−1 °C). Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 63 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in March69April16° · 6.1 h
In April, Slovenj Gradec is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in April72May21° · 6.9 h
In May, Slovenj Gradec is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 104 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in May75June24° · 7.8 h
In June, Slovenj Gradec is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in June77July26° · 8.3 h
In July, Slovenj Gradec is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 111 mm in total. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in July78August26° · 7.8 h
In August, Slovenj Gradec is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 102 mm in total. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in August73September21° · 5.7 h
In September, Slovenj Gradec is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in September65October16° · 4.3 h
In October, Slovenj Gradec is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in October21November9° · 2.5 h
In November, Slovenj Gradec is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 84 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in November20December3° · 2.1 h
In December, Slovenj Gradec is bitterly cold: daytime highs average 3 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−4 °C). The sun is scarce, with only about 2.1 hours a day. Precipitation falls on about 9 days, totalling 63 mm; on about 3 of them it snows. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Slovenj Gradec.
Slovenj Gradec in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Slovenj Gradec
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Frost below 0°
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
ColdOctober: nights around 5°. The room should be heated.
The coolest nights are in January (−6°), the warmest in July (13°). Nights fall below 8 °C on average from October to April, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22 | 3° | −6° | 2.7 h | 8 | 47 |
| FebruaryFeb | 25 | 6° | −4° | 3.9 h | 8 | 55 |
| MarchMar | 42 | 11° | −1° | 5.0 h | 10 | 63 |
| AprilApr | 69 | 16° | 3° | 6.1 h | 11 | 77 |
| MayMay | 72 | 21° | 8° | 6.9 h | 14 | 104 |
| JuneJun | 75 | 24° | 12° | 7.8 h | 14 | 99 |
| JulyJul | 77 | 26° | 13° | 8.3 h | 14 | 111 |
| AugustAug | 78 | 26° | 13° | 7.8 h | 12 | 102 |
| SeptemberSep | 73 | 21° | 9° | 5.7 h | 12 | 107 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 16° | 5° | 4.3 h | 9 | 79 |
| NovemberNov | 21 | 9° | 1° | 2.5 h | 10 | 84 |
| DecemberDec | 20 | 3° | −4° | 2.1 h | 9 | 63 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sunshine hours in Slovenj Gradec
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 4.3 of 11.0 hours of daylight in Slovenj Gradec, 39 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 3 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Slovenj Gradec: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Slovenj Gradec has about 9 rainy days with 79 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Slovenj Gradec
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 45 min
- Fair skin
- about 60 min
- Light brown skin
- about 80 min
- Olive skin
- about 105 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Slovenj Gradec
How breezy and how cloudy Slovenj Gradec is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Slovenj Gradec typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 65 % of the sky over Slovenj Gradec: mostly cloudy, with about 4.3 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Slovenj Gradec
How often the day gets hot in Slovenj Gradec (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Slovenj Gradec has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 16 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Snow in Slovenj Gradec
Snow is possible in Slovenj Gradec, but no month makes it likely: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Slovenj Gradec.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
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Slovenj Gradec in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Slovenj Gradec has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 78) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 21).
- 61
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 15 °C by day
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Snow
- 73
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 21 °C by day
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
- 78
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 16 °C by day
- 4.3 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 21
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 3 °C by day
- 2.4 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h
- Distance
- 1,260 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Slovenj Gradec vs Velenje
In October the holiday weather in Slovenj Gradec and Velenje is about equally good (score 65 vs 67). During the day it is about as warm in Velenje as in Slovenj Gradec.
| in October | Slovenj Gradec | Velenje |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 67 |
| Daytime high | 16° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 4 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Apr – Oct | Apr – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Slovenj Gradec
When is the best time to visit Slovenj Gradec?
The best time to visit Slovenj Gradec is from April to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Slovenj Gradec?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C and nights around 13 °C. December is the coolest month at 3 °C.
When does it rain most in Slovenj Gradec?
The wettest month is July with 111 mm of precipitation. The driest month is January with 47 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Slovenj Gradec get?
Slovenj Gradec gets around 1,920 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 8.3 hours a day; in December there are 2.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Slovenj Gradec in?
Slovenj Gradec is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Slovenj Gradec?
A nonstop flight from London to Slovenj Gradec takes about 2 h, for a straight-line distance of about 1,260 km.
Which school holidays are best for Slovenj Gradec?
Slovenj Gradec has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 78) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 21). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 61, May half-term 73, summer holidays 78, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 21.