Lička Plješivica
Mountains Mountain ridge on Croatia-Bosnia border, forested peaks
Lička Plješivica is a karst mountain ridge in the Lika region, offering hikers and cyclists rocky viewpoints, shepherding villages and panoramas over valleys and pine forests.
How to Get to Lička Plješivica #
Access is typically by road from nearby towns in the Lika region-Gospić or Gračac in Croatia are common starting points, with local roads ascending toward trailheads. Public transit is limited; a private car or local guide is recommended for flexible access.
Tips for Visiting Lička Plješivica #
- If hiking, bring a detailed topo map-trail markings can be sparse and local weather changes quickly.
- Visit in late spring when snowmelt feeds streams and alpine flowers begin to appear along ridgelines.
- Speak with local guides in nearby towns for safe route recommendations; the mountain borders Croatia and Bosnia, and pathways can vary in condition.
Best Time to Visit Lička Plješivica #
Best visited May-September for hiking and mountain views; winter requires mountaineering experience.
Weather & Climate near Lička Plješivica #
Lička Plješivica's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1327 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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