Begunjščica

Mountain Alpine mountain popular for hiking and via ferrata

A peak in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps near Radovljica, Begunjščica attracts hikers and via‑ferrata climbers for limestone ridges and panoramic views toward the Julian Alps.

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Begunjščica
46.4167, 14.2333

How to Get to Begunjščica #

Drive from Ljubljana toward Radovljica and then follow local roads toward Begunje; the trailheads are accessible by short local roads with parking near the village.

Tips for Visiting Begunjščica #

  • Start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms that can build quickly in the Karawanks.
  • Bring layers - high squalls and fierce sun are both possible on a single day.
  • Take the trail from Begunje or the Vršič direction depending on season; local signage is generally reliable but carry a map.

Best Time to Visit Begunjščica #

Best visited in summer for straightforward hiking; late spring and early autumn offer quieter trails but a greater chance of capricious weather.

Summer
Jun-Sep · 10-20°C
Most popular for hiking; alpine flowers and clear days.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May, Sep-Oct · 5-15°C
Fewer hikers and crisp air; possible early snow at higher elevations.

Weather & Climate near Begunjščica #

Climate

Begunjščica's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1936 mm/year), wettest in June.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

170 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (202 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

202 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

181 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

168 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

191 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

194 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8° -1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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