Lake Predil
Lake Alpine lake near Predil Pass, scenic mountain basin
High-altitude lake near Predil Pass in the Julian Alps on the Italy-Slovenia corridor; hikers stop for mountain views, swims and alpine walking routes.
Lake Predil (Lago del Predil) is an alpine lake in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, located at latitude 46.42028 and longitude 13.565. It is situated in the Julian Alps near the Predil Pass close to the Italy-Slovenia border.
As a well-known mountain lake in the local area, it attracts visitors for short walks and roadside viewpoints; surrounding roads and trails provide access to mountain scenery. The lakeshore and nearby roads are used as staging points for further hiking into the Julian Alps.
The lake is a natural alpine waterbody with a long-standing presence in the regional mountain landscape; it has been used historically as a geographic landmark on routes through the Predil Pass. There is no single construction event since it is a natural feature.
Lake Predil lies in a high mountain valley near the Predil Pass and is reachable from the town of Tarvisio and other settlements in Friuli-Venezia Giulia; the setting is typical of the Julian Alps with steep ridges and mountain roads nearby.
- Location and access: Sits close to the Predil Pass on the Italy-Slovenia border and is accessible from the town of Tarvisio and surrounding mountain roads.
How to Get to Lake Predil #
Drive via the Predil Pass from Tarvisio or Bovec; the lake is a short walk from the pass road and parking areas.
Tips for Visiting Lake Predil #
- Park at the roadside near the Predil Pass and walk the short trail to the lake for the best vantage points.
- Combine the visit with a walk to the nearby remains of Austro-Hungarian military works for historical context.
- Check weather before traveling - mountain passes can be snowy or closed in winter.
Best Time to Visit Lake Predil #
Summer months are most accessible; shoulder seasons offer quieter conditions and good photography light.
Weather & Climate near Lake Predil #
Lake Predil'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 -7°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1767 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (183 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (180 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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