Szrenica
Mountain Mountain peak in Karkonosze range popular with hikers
Granite summit in the Karkonosze near Szklarska Poręba, with ski slopes, chairlift access and marked hiking trails for both summer ascents and winter skiing.
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Szrenica is a mountain in the Karkonosze (Giant Mountains) range in Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland, located above the town of Szklarska Poręba.
The summit area and slopes host marked hiking trails in summer and developed ski runs with lifts in winter, with visitor facilities concentrated on the Polish side near Szklarska Poręba.
Historically the area has been used for mountain tourism and winter sports since the 19th and 20th centuries, with infrastructure expanded for skiing and hiking.
Geographically it sits on the northern ridges of the Karkonosze range, readily accessed from Szklarska Poręba and serving as a local high point for outdoor recreation.
- Access: Nearest town and usual base for access is Szklarska Poręba, which provides lifts and winter sports facilities for the mountain.
How to Get to Szrenica #
Szrenica is reached from the town of Szklarska Poręba (Poland) or from the Czech side via Harrachov. Regional buses and local lifts take visitors up to the mountain stations; driving is possible but mountain roads can be steep.
Tips for Visiting Szrenica #
- If skiing or hiking, check lift and trail conditions ahead of time - mountain weather changes quickly.
- For clear summit views, visit on early mornings after calm nights; fog tends to clear late morning.
- Use the mountain huts as waypoints - they provide shelter and local food that's better than it has any right to be.
Best Time to Visit Szrenica #
Summer for hiking and views; winter for skiing when lifts are open. Shoulder seasons are quieter but less predictable.
Weather & Climate near Szrenica #
Szrenica's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (808 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 99 mm of rain, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
