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.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5° – 2°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

0°
Feels Like Freezing
0°C
Temperature
-4° – 4°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
-1° – 8°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

7°
Feels Like Cold
7°C
Temperature
3° – 12°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
7° – 18°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° – 21°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° – 24°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° – 24°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
8° – 19°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

9°
Feels Like Cold
9°C
Temperature
4° – 14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

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.

35 Poor

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
0° – 8°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

0°
Feels Like Freezing
0°C
Temperature
-4° – 3°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight