Śmielec Mountain
Mountain peak in Czech Republic, Krkonoše range
A mountain peak in the Krkonoše (Giant) Mountains frequented by hikers for marked trails, rocky outcrops and routes that link to nearby summits and ridgelines.
Śmielec at a Glance#
How to Get to Śmielec#
Access Śmielec from the Polish side via Szklarska Poręba or from the Czech side via Harrachov. Marked trails (red or blue) lead from lower mountain huts and cable car stations (check local maps). Regional buses serve Szklarska Poręba from Jelenia Góra; from Harrachov, local shuttles connect to trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Śmielec#
- If hiking, wear layers-summit winds can be much colder than the valley.
- Bring a physical map; trails cross and signage is minimal in places.
- Photographers should time visits for early morning or late afternoon for the best ridge light.
Best Time to Visit Śmielec#
Late spring through early autumn for walking; winter only for those prepared for alpine conditions.
Weather & Climate near Śmielec#
Śmielec's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (855 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -4° | -15° | 54 mm | overcast | 93% | 12.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | -7° - -3° | -14° | 49 mm | overcast | 91% | 11.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 0° | -11° | 54 mm | overcast | 85% | 10.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 4° | -5° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 8.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 2° | 79 mm | overcast | 76% | 7.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.3h |
| June | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 6° | 101 mm | overcast | 75% | 7.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.2h |
| July | Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 7.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.7h |
| August | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 6.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.3h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 4° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 8.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 7° | -2° | 56 mm | overcast | 84% | 10.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 1° | -9° | 58 mm | overcast | 91% | 11.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -2° | -14° | 67 mm | overcast | 93% | 12.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |
