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.
Čertovica at a Glance#
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 41
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 51 mm | overcast | 96% | 5.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -2° | -11° | 52 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Poor | -6° - 2° | -7° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 91% | 4.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 6° | -2° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Acceptable | 3° - 13° | 6° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.0h |
| June | Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 140 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.8h |
| July | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 140 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.5h |
| August | Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | 1° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -4° - 2° | -6° | 75 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -1° | -10° | 67 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |