Chlmec Travel Guide

City City in Prešov Region, Slovakia with local culture

A small eastern Slovak town, Chlmec works as a gateway to Carpathian foothills: visitors pass through for church architecture, local markets and hiking; roadside taverns serve bryndzové halušky and smoked sheep cheese after daytrips into the hills.

Costs

$35-80 typical daily budget

Affordable regional prices typical for eastern Slovakia.

Safety

Generally safe

Generally safe; standard Central European caution advised.

Best Time

May-September

Warm months are best for exploring surrounding hills and towns.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

9:26 PM

GMT+2

Weather

57°F

Overcast

Population

8,031

Infrastructure & Convenience

Basic local transit and roads; limited English signage and tourist facilities.

Popularity

Quiet regional town with mainly local visitors.

Why Visit Chlmec? #

Set in the Prešov Region’s foothills, this small Slovak town offers access to Carpathian landscapes and a taste of regional folk culture. Expect wooden churches, local cheeses and hearty dishes such as bryndzové halušky served at village festivals that celebrate music and crafts. The slow pace and community events make it appealing for travelers wanting a rural Slovak experience away from major tourist routes.

Best Things to Do in Chlmec

All Attractions ›

Zemplínska šírava

Large reservoir and recreational lake in eastern Slovakia

Reservoir

Vihorlat Mountains

Volcanic mountain range with ancient beech forests

Mountains

Greek Catholic Cathedral, Uzhhorod

Greek Catholic cathedral in Uzhhorod with ornate iconostasis

Church

Morské oko (Slovakia)

High-altitude glacial lake in the Vihorlat Mountains

Lake

Eastern Beskids

Mountain range in the Carpathians with forested ridges

Mountains

Uzhhorod Synagogue

Early 20th-century synagogue in Uzhhorod

Synagogue

Uzhhorod Orthodox Cathedral

Major Orthodox cathedral in Uzhhorod, Byzantine architecture

Church

Andy Warhol Museum of Modern Art

Museum in Slovakia dedicated to modern and pop art

Museum

Chlmec Bucket List

Don't Miss

Chlmec village square - Visit Chlmec village square for local shops, cafes, and daily community life.
Local parish church - See the parish church interior and learn about the village's religious traditions.
Community cultural centre - Attend events at the cultural centre showcasing folk music, crafts, and meetings.

Hidden Gems

Riverside walking paths - Follow riverside paths near Chlmec for peaceful nature walks and birdwatching.
Small family-run wineries - Taste wines at small producers around the region offering intimate cellar visits.
Traditional food stalls - Try local street food from family stalls serving hearty Slovak home cooking.

Day Trips

Zemplínska Šírava reservoir - Drive to Zemplínska Šírava for beaches, water sports, and lakeside restaurants.
Vihorlat Mountains hikes - Hike in the Vihorlat Mountains for volcanic ridges, forests, and quiet viewpoints.

Best Time to Visit Chlmec #

Visit Chlmec from late spring to early autumn for warm days and accessible hiking; winters bring snow and freezing temperatures, so plan around harsher conditions.

Summer

June - August · 18 - 28 °C (64 - 82 °F)

Warm summers are ideal for hiking, river valleys and small-town festivals; expect occasional thunderstorms but long daylight for exploration and swimming where allowed.

Winter

December - February · -10 - 3 °C (14 - 37 °F)

Cold snowy winters limit rural access at times; great for cosy local cafés and seasonal markets, but pack serious cold-weather gear.

Spring

March - May · 2 - 16 °C (36 - 61 °F)

Rapid warming with blossoms and muddy trails - unpredictable weather rewards photographers and early-season hikers seeking quiet landscapes before peak season.

Best Time to Visit Chlmec #

Climate

Chlmec's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (726 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit

AugustJuneJuly

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

36°

Warmest Month

-26°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-3°

Feels Like Freezing

-3°C

Temperature

-6° – 1°

94%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

37 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-1°

Feels Like Freezing

-1°C

Temperature

-5° – 3°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

36 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.2

UV Index

Low

10.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

4°

Feels Like Cold

4°C

Temperature

-1° – 9°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

39 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.4

UV Index

Low

11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

4° – 14°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

55 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

8° – 20°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

74 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.2

UV Index

High

15.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

11° – 23°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

91 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

High

15.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 96 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

13° – 25°

71%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

96 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

High

15.5h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

18°

Feels Like Mild

18°C

Temperature

12° – 24°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

75 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

9° – 19°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

66 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

4° – 14°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

53 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.4

UV Index

Low

10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

0° – 6°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

53 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

9.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-1°

Feels Like Freezing

-1°C

Temperature

-4° – 2°

94%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

51 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.2h daylight

How to Get to Chlmec

Chlmec (in the Prešov Region) is best reached by regional bus or rail from the larger regional centres such as Košice or Prešov. Local buses serve small villages; check regional timetables for connecting services.

By Air

Košice International Airport (KSC): Košice is the nearest major airport serving eastern Slovakia and the Prešov Region. From Košice you can travel by regional train or bus to Chlmec (Člmec) and surrounding towns; travel time varies depending on connections.

Poprad-Tatry (TAT) / Bratislava (BTS) / Vienna (VIE): Poprad serves the High Tatras region and is an alternative for some visitors. Bratislava and Vienna are much further away and generally used only if you combine a longer overland journey.

By Train & Bus

Train: The Prešov Region is served by Železnice Slovenskej republiky (ŽSR) regional lines; regional trains connect the towns and cities. Look for the nearest named rail station to Chlmec on local timetables for exact services and times.

Bus / Coach: Regional buses and coaches link villages with hubs like Prešov and Košice. Buses are often the most direct public option to small municipalities; ticket prices are modest and schedules vary by season.