The ski resort of Kranjska Gora experiences some very distinctive weather, with seasonal climate changes being strongly influenced by it situation within the Gorenjska region and the Slovenian Alps. Kranjska Gora has grown to become one of Slovenia’s leading winter resorts, and so during the winter months, you can expect plenty of snow and a rather chilly climate.
From December to March, the weather lends itself to winter sports and crowds of tourists flock to Kranjska Gora each year, to ski and snowboard. However, the summer climate is quite different and whilst it could never really be described as hot, it is certainly warm and very pleasant.
When to go – the best time to visit Kranjska Gora
The winter climate arrives early (late November or early December) with heavy overnight frosts add a noticeable crispness to the air, followed soon by spells of snowy weather. The micro-climate at Kranjska Gora guarantees area fairly wide snow coverage and extensive snowfalls. Spring is usually quite late, but by the mid of May (or sometimes late of April), flowers are blooming and the trees quickly burst back into life, with daytime temperatures staying above 10°C. The summer climate is a popular time to visit Kranjska Gora. Autumns in Kranjska Gora are fairly short lived, since the winters can be long.
There is always plenty to do in and around Kranjska Gora, regardless of the time of year and weather.
KRANJSKA GORA YEARLY WEATHER SUMMARY
What’s the best time to visit Kranjska Gora in Slovenia? Here are some facts:
– The months June, July, August and September have a nice average temperature.
– July is the warmest month with an average high of 23,8 °C and an average low of 10,5 °C.
– July is also the month with the most sunshine, with almost 9 hours per day.
– January is the coolest month with an average high of 1,6 °C and an average low of -8,8 °C.
– October is the wettest month with an average of 164 millimeters of precipitation.
– April, November and December are the most cloudy months with an average of 11 mostly cloudy days.
– February is the driest month with an average of 57 millimeters of precipitation.
– January is the month with the highest number of days with snow cover – 29 days.
– February is the month with the most snowfall, with a little over 46 centimetres on average.
For more specific information about the climate of Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, please take a look at the graphs shown below.
A climate graph for Kranjska Gora, Slovenia showing mean daily maximum and minimum temperature for a month and average monthly precipitation (rain/snow).
Graph showing average monthly hours of sunshine and average monthly number of cloudy days for Kranjska Gora, Slovenia.
Graph showing average monthly number of days with precipitation, average monthly number of days with snow cover and average monthly snowfall (in cm) for Kranjska Gora, Slovenia.
Graph showing average monthly number of hot and cold days for Kranjska Gora, Slovenia.
The ski season in Kranjska Gora officially lasts from mid-December to mid-April but in recent years has not stretched far beyond the later half of March. Image by Matej V. / CC BY-SA 4.0
Kranjska Gora is a beautiful alpine village and the most famous Slovenian ski resort situated on the northern tip of the Triglav National Park in the Slovenian Alps, just a mere 5 minutes by car from both the Italian and Austrian borders. The resort isn’t the largest ski area in Slovenia but it’s the oldest one and one of the prettiest. It’s perfect for families with younger children and also for beginner and intermediate level skiers, with pistes easily accessible directly from the center of Kranjska Gora. |
| The accommodation options in Kranjska Gora can be divided into five main categories: hotels, guest houses, B&Bs, self catering apartments and hostels. |
Although Kranjska Gora is small, you will find a variety of hotels in the village that cater to your needs - from luxury hotels and boutique hotels to a nice choice of affordable 3-star hotels and family hotels. Find out which are the ones that we recommend and why. |
Kranjska Gora guest houses are an ideal alternative to staying at the hotels in the area. Meals besides breakfast are often available (dinner and/or lunch) usually on request. Many of the services offered at hotels can be expected, such as wake up calls and laundry service. |
Self-catering apartments in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia are a good option if you are looking for an independent holiday. You will be able to come and go as you please. You will also be able to cook meals for yourself, which can be an economical alternative to eating out. |
Kranjska Gora bed and breakfasts are based around an old European tradition coupled with a Slovenian Alpine spin. From comfortable beds to delicious breakfasts and relaxing residential settings, staying at a bed and breakfast in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia is the ideal way to truly experience the natural beauty of this alpine village and the surrounding area. |
Kranjska Gora hostels are a popular option for the budget-minded traveler. Rooms and bathrooms are shared by multiple people which helps keep costs low. In addition to being cheap, hostels in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia provide a highly social atmosphere for fellow travelers to interact with each other. Some hostels have a few private rooms for those who want a little more privacy along with the vibrant social scene. |