Raka Castle

Castle Historic Slovenian castle overlooking the Sava valley

A small castle near Raka in the Krško area featuring historic architecture and a surrounding park; visitors interested in regional history and period buildings stop for guided tours and local events.

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Raka Castle
45.9286, 15.3858

How to Get to Raka Castle #

Raka Castle lies near the town of Krško in eastern Slovenia. It is most easily reached by car via local roads from Krško centre (a short drive); limited regional buses serve the area and a short walk uphill brings visitors to the site.

Tips for Visiting Raka Castle #

  • Access the hilltop on foot for the best perspective on the river bend below and the castle's defensive layout.
  • Summer evenings reveal a local pattern of families walking the grounds; join them for local perspective and conversation.
  • Check local municipal hours for any public events or limited opening times.

Best Time to Visit Raka Castle #

Best visited in late spring through early autumn when access and light for photography are optimal.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 18-28°C
Warm weather for exploring the hilltop and nearby vineyards.
Late spring/early autumn
May & Sep · 12-22°C
Pleasant walking weather and fewer day-trippers.

Weather & Climate near Raka Castle #

Climate

Raka Castle's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1112 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 21°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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