Čertovica

Mountain High mountain pass in Žilina Region, alpine terrain

Sedlo Čertovica is a mountain pass in central Slovakia’s Low Tatras, serving as a ski area and trailhead for summer hiking into alpine meadows.

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Čertovica
48.9167, 19.7333

How to Get to Čertovica #

Located in the Žilina Region. Reachable by regional roads from towns such as Liptovský Mikuláš or Martin; winter road conditions can be challenging-check local transport updates and road reports.

Tips for Visiting Čertovica #

  • Bring sturdy footwear-trail surfaces are rough and can be slippery after rain.
  • Plan for limited services in the area; pack food and water for longer hikes.

Best Time to Visit Čertovica #

Summer and early autumn are most reliable for hiking and outdoor activities in the Žilina Region.

Summer
June-September · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Warm and stable weather for mountain walking.
Autumn
September-October · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Clearer skies and fewer insects-good for photography.

Weather & Climate near Čertovica #

Climate

Čertovica's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1072 mm/year), wettest in June.

Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
15.8h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
4.5 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 -4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

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