Kežmarský štít Mountain
High Tatras peak, popular mountaineering summit
A High Tatras summit near Kežmarok, Kežmarský štít attracts mountaineers for steep routes, exposed ridges and panoramic alpine views.
Kežmarský štít at a Glance#
Best Time to Visit Kežmarský štít#
Aim for the summer months (June-September) for the safest and most accessible climbing and hiking conditions in the High Tatras.
Summer hiking season (best for climbs)
June-September · ~5-15°C (varies with elevation)
Warmer, more stable mountain weather and snow-free trails on many routes - the prime time for hiking and alpine access.
Winter (alpine conditions)
December-March · ~-10-0°C
Cold with substantial snow and ice; suitable only for winter mountaineering with proper equipment and experience.
Shoulder seasons
April-May & October · ~0-10°C
Unpredictable conditions with possible late or early snow - quieter than summer but can be tricky for exposed routes.
Weather & Climate near Kežmarský štít#
Climate
Kežmarský štít's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1581 mm/year), wettest in June.
Air Quality:
AQI 38
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -12° - -6° | -18° | 86 mm | overcast | 96% | 8.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -7° | -19° | 86 mm | overcast | 95% | 7.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -10° - -4° | -16° | 92 mm | overcast | 91% | 7.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -6° - -1° | -10° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 6.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Poor | -2° - 6° | -2° | 158 mm | overcast | 82% | 5.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.2h |
| June | Poor | 1° - 9° | 2° | 202 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| July | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 198 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 5.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 4° | 181 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 5.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.2h |
| September | Poor | 0° - 7° | -1° | 137 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 6.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -3° - 3° | -6° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 6.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -8° - -3° | -13° | 113 mm | overcast | 93% | 7.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| December | Poor | -11° - -5° | -17° | 109 mm | overcast | 95% | 8.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.0h |