Malý Pyšný štít Mountain
Alpine peak in High Tatras, steep limestone slopes
A High Tatras peak in eastern Slovakia offering steep alpine routes; hikers come for ridgeline walking, rock scrambling and wide mountain vistas.
Malý Pyšný štít at a Glance#
How to Get to Malý Pyšný štít#
Reaching Malý Pyšný štít typically begins from trailheads in the Prešov Region of the High Tatras. Use local trail maps and regional transport to nearby towns (Tatranská Lomnica, Starý Smokovec) then follow marked trails-some routes may require sharper scrambling and surefootedness.
Tips for Visiting Malý Pyšný štít#
- Bring sturdy footwear and check route maps-the climb has variable terrain and some exposed sections.
- Start early to avoid afternoon cloud that can reduce visibility near the summit.
- If aiming for photography, the golden hour after sunrise yields dramatic light on the ridge and surrounding peaks.
Best Time to Visit Malý Pyšný štít#
June-September is the best time for safe, snow‑free hiking and clearer summit views.
Weather & Climate near Malý Pyšný štít#
Malý Pyšný štít's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 10°C. Abundant rainfall (1622 mm/year), wettest in June.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -13° - -7° | -20° | 90 mm | overcast | 96% | 9.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| February | Poor | -13° - -8° | -20° | 91 mm | overcast | 95% | 8.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -11° - -5° | -17° | 95 mm | overcast | 91% | 7.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -7° - -2° | -12° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 6.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Poor | -2° - 5° | -4° | 163 mm | overcast | 82% | 6.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.2h |
| June | Poor | 1° - 8° | 0° | 207 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| July | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 199 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 5.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 3° | 183 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 5.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.2h |
| September | Poor | 0° - 6° | -2° | 139 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 6.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -4° - 2° | -7° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 7.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -8° - -3° | -14° | 117 mm | overcast | 93% | 8.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| December | Poor | -11° - -6° | -18° | 116 mm | overcast | 95% | 9.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.0h |
