Branisko (mountain range)
Mountains Mountain range in eastern Slovakia with forested peaks
The Branisko range east of the Tatras offers gentle ridges, karst features and marked hiking trails; visitors come for day hikes and winter cross‑country skiing on local slopes.
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How to Get to Branisko (mountain range) #
Access from the town of Prešov via regional roads; local buses run to villages on the range’s flanks and then trails climb to the ridge. Driving is the fastest and most flexible option.
Tips for Visiting Branisko (mountain range) #
- Use local hiking maps; trails through the Branisko range can be steep and poorly marked in places.
- Aim for early morning summits to avoid afternoon thunderstorms, common in summer.
Best Time to Visit Branisko (mountain range) #
Summer and early autumn are best for hiking; winter is for experienced mountaineers with proper equipment.
Weather & Climate near Branisko (mountain range) #
Branisko (mountain range)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (928 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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