Vihorlat Mountain
Volcanic mountain range and protected area in eastern Slovakia.
The Vihorlat range in eastern Slovakia features volcanic peaks and the small lake Morské oko. Hikers come for marked trails, beech forests and distinctive volcanic terrain.
Vihorlat at a Glance#
Address: Vihorlat mountain range, Prešov Region, eastern Slovakia
How to Get to Vihorlat#
Vihorlat is accessible from towns like Humenné and Vranov nad Topľou. By car, regional roads lead to trailheads within 30-60 minutes. Train and bus connections to local villages exist but can require transfers and planning; consider arranging local transport from regional centers.
Tips for Visiting Vihorlat#
- If hiking, start from the town of Vranov nad Topľou or local trailheads-signposts can be sparse.
- Bring a map; mobile reception can be patchy in the mountain range.
- Watch for peat bogs and wet trails after rain; sturdy boots make a big difference.
Best Time to Visit Vihorlat#
Best from late spring through early autumn for hiking and clear ridge views; winter brings snow and requires mountaineering experience.
Weather & Climate near Vihorlat#
Vihorlat's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1019 mm/year), wettest in June.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -1° | -9° | 58 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 0° | -8° | 56 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 4° | -3° | 58 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 2° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Acceptable | 5° - 15° | 9° | 97 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.0h |
| June | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.7 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.8h |
| July | Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 129 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.5h |
| August | Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 10° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 2° - 10° | 4° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 4° | -2° | 79 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 76 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
