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.

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Lička Plješivica at a Glance#

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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.

Late spring to early autumn
May-September · 8-22°C (46-72°F)
Milder temperatures and clearer trails make for the best hiking and climbing conditions.
Winter
December-March · -5-5°C (23-41°F)
Snow and ice make access difficult; avalanche risk and route closure are concerns.

Weather & Climate near Lička Plješivica#

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 41 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -5° - 2° -4° 91 mm overcast 91% 1.9 m/s 0.1 low 9.1h
February Poor -4° - 4° -3° 95 mm overcast 89% 2.0 m/s 0.3 low 10.3h
March Poor -1° - 8° 1° 100 mm overcast 84% 2.3 m/s 0.6 moderate 11.8h
April Acceptable 3° - 12° 6° 114 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.2 m/s 1.0 moderate 13.3h
May Good 7° - 18° 12° 102 mm partly cloudy 75% 2.1 m/s 1.4 high 14.6h
June Good 10° - 21° 15° 104 mm partly cloudy 70% 1.8 m/s 1.8 very high 15.3h
July Excellent 11° - 24° 17° 81 mm some cloud 62% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 15.0h
August Excellent 11° - 24° 17° 91 mm some cloud 61% 1.7 m/s 1.6 very high 13.8h
September Good 8° - 19° 13° 125 mm partly cloudy 72% 1.7 m/s 1.0 moderate 12.4h
October Acceptable 4° - 14° 8° 139 mm partly cloudy 81% 1.9 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.8h
November Poor 0° - 8° 2° 159 mm overcast 89% 2.0 m/s 0.2 low 9.5h
December Poor -4° - 3° -3° 126 mm overcast 91% 2.1 m/s 0.1 low 8.7h