Pyšný štít Mountain
High Tatra mountain peak in Slovakia's Tatras
An alpine summit in Slovakia's High Tatras within the Prešov Region. The peak attracts experienced hikers and climbers for high‑altitude routes and mountain panoramas.
Pyšný štít at a Glance#
Address: Pyšný štít (Pyšný štít), High Tatras region, Slovakia
How to Get to Pyšný štít#
Pyšný štít is reached from trailheads in the High Tatras national area. Common access points include towns like Poprad or Zakopane on the Polish side with onward transport to mountain trailheads. Local hiking maps and national park offices provide detailed routes and current conditions.
Tips for Visiting Pyšný štít#
- Start early-the ascent can be strenuous and mountain weather changes quickly.
- Use marked trails and local park information; some routes cross alpine meadows that can be boggy after rain.
- Bring binoculars for views into the Tatra and Belianske Tatry ranges-clear days reward the effort.
Best Time to Visit Pyšný štít#
Summer offers the best hiking conditions; autumn gives clearer views with fewer people; winter is for experienced climbers.
Weather & Climate near Pyšný štít#
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 (1668 mm/year), wettest in June.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -13° - -7° | -20° | 94 mm | overcast | 96% | 9.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| February | Poor | -13° - -8° | -21° | 95 mm | overcast | 95% | 8.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -11° - -6° | -17° | 99 mm | overcast | 91% | 8.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -8° - -2° | -12° | 123 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 7.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Poor | -3° - 5° | -4° | 165 mm | overcast | 82% | 6.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.2h |
| June | Poor | 0° - 8° | 0° | 210 mm | overcast | 81% | 6.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| July | Poor | 2° - 10° | 2° | 203 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 6.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 188 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 5.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.2h |
| September | Poor | -1° - 6° | -3° | 143 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 6.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -4° - 2° | -8° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 7.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -9° - -4° | -15° | 122 mm | overcast | 93% | 8.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| December | Poor | -12° - -6° | -19° | 121 mm | overcast | 95% | 9.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.0h |
