Lake Bled enjoys pleasant, sunny summers when days are long and temperatures can often exceed 25°C, particularly in July and August. However the summer months are also unpredictable, and odd days can rapidly change from sunshine to cloud.
Winter weather in Bled, by contrast, is bitterly cold, with snow and frosty days when temperatures hover at or just below freezing. Rain can fall all year round, but the wettest months are October and November, and the driest on average January and February.
When to go – the best time to visit Bled
The springtime climate is always known for being a romantic time to visit Bled, when everything is bursting into life after the cold winter months. Lovers of the sun will find plenty of sunny weather to go round in the summer and although the days are fairly hot, the evenings are at their most pleasant, being warm. Daylight hours are also long and means that many attractions remain open until late during this peak time of tourism.
Although the winter climate is chilly, with December and January being especially cold, the Christmas and New Year’s celebrations often attract crowds to Bled. Overnight temperatures average is below 0°C in the heart of winter, although usually stay well above freezing by day.
There is always plenty to do in and around Bled, regardless of the time of year and weather.
LAKE BLED YEARLY WEATHER SUMMARY
What’s the best time to visit Bled in Slovenia? Here are some facts:
– The months May, June, July, August and September have a nice average temperature.
– July is the warmest month with an average high of 25,3 °C and an average low of 13,3 °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 3,0 °C and an average low of -5,6 °C.
– October and November are the wettest months with an average of 157 millimeters of precipitation.
– November and December are the most cloudy months with an average of 14 mostly cloudy days.
– January is the driest month with an average of 63 millimeters of precipitation.
– January is the month with the highest number of days with snow cover – 15 days.
– January is the month with the most snowfall, with a little over 32 centimetres on average.
For more specific information about the climate of Lake Bled, Slovenia, please take a look at the graphs shown below.
A climate graph for Lake Bled, 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 Lake Bled, 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 Lake Bled, Slovenia.
Graph showing average monthly number of hot and cold days for Lake Bled, Slovenia.
With an incredibly beautiful glacial lake surrounded by the peaks of the Slovenian Alps, an iconic church nestled in a tiny island in the middle of the lake and a medieval Gothic castle built on a 100-meter cliff overlooking the lake, Bled is possibly the most beautiful and remarkable Alpine resort in Europe. Image by Mark Gregory / CC BY-ND 2.0
With an incredibly beautiful glacial lake surrounded by the peaks of the Slovenian Alps, an iconic church nestled in a tiny island in the middle of the lake and a medieval Gothic castle built on a 100-meter cliff overlooking the lake, Bled is possibly the most beautiful and remarkable Alpine resort in Europe. |
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| The accommodation options in Bled can be divided into six main categories: hotels, guest houses, B&Bs, apartments, farm stays and hostels. |
Finding a hotel that suits your needs and fits your budget can be a hassle. Bled is a very touristic place with lots of hotels of varying standards, from ultra-luxurious where guests can indulge themselves in some exquisite spas to a nice choice of affordable 3-star hotels. Find out which hotels in Bled we recommend and why. |
Bled guesthouses are definitely a nice, safe option for a place to stay as they are comfortable and homely with owners who take an interest in their guests. Many offer not only breakfast, but also lunch and dinner. There are quite a few wonderful guest houses in Bled, find out which one would best suit your needs, style and budget. |
Bed and breakfasts are a cheap way of staying in Bled. In essence you get a room and usually also a private bathroom in someone's house, with breakfast included in the price. Find out which B&Bs in Bled we recommend and why. |
Many local residents in Bled offer apartments for rent in their houses. Each apartment has one or two bedrooms, a bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. Some also have a living room and a balcony or a terrace. It's a very popular wallet-friendly option when you are staying in Bled. But be careful, the rates and quality vary seriously, so always do a good research before you book an apartment for your stay! Here you will find the apartments that we think are the best ones in Bled right now. |
Hostels are a very popular option for those seeking low-cost accommodations in Bled. Most spaces and amenities are usually shared, but even if you’re not up for the cheapest option - a bed in a dorm room - you can often get a basic private room at a Bled hostel for significantly less than the cost of a low-end hotel or privately rented room. Competition between Bled hostels has grown over the past 5-10 years so the quality has risen considerably. There are now some really nice hostels in Bled, find out which are the ones that we recommend and why! |
There’s nothing quite like going to sleep under the stars, surrounded by nature and only the sound of birdsong to wake you up in the morning. The Bled area has a breathtaking nature which is perfect to do just that: whether it’s an all natural campsite or a luxurious glamping experience, these are the best outdoor sleeping areas in Bled. |
Farm stays are an increasingly popular vacation option, especially for families with young children. Styled after traditional B&Bs, farm stays offer comfortable lodging, low rates, generous breakfasts and direct access to farm animals, fresh fruit, vegetables and eggs. On some farms you can also join in with farm tasks, including feeding and egg collecting. Find out which farm stays in the Lake Bled area we recommend the most. |