Kalce Ridge
Mountain Forest-covered ridge near Preddvor, Slovenia
Ridge in northern Slovenia used for day hikes and offering views across Upper Carniola’s forests and pastures.
How to Get to Kalce Ridge #
Reached from Preddvor and nearby towns in the Upper Carniola region. Local roads and marked hiking trails connect to the ridge; public transport serves the larger towns and a taxi or local bus may be needed for final access.
Tips for Visiting Kalce Ridge #
- Local maps from the Municipality of Preddvor or nearby visitor centres are useful - many tracks are informal.
- Combine ridge walks with visits to nearby scenic lookout points for varied views of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps.
Best Time to Visit Kalce Ridge #
Late spring through early autumn for best hiking conditions; check local trail conditions.
Weather & Climate near Kalce Ridge #
Kalce Ridge's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1869 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (196 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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