Late summer · Weather & things to do
Ljubljana in August
Little changes in Ljubljana from July: highs stay near 81°F (27°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), and about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain falls.
At 84/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (94 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 60°F (16°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.7 in (94 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of Ljubljana's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (83 → 84/100).
- August sits inside the May – Sep window our Slovenia’s Alpine Lakes route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Ljubljana in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Dvorni Bar
Wine bar near Congress Square with a long list of Slovenian wines by the glass.
Why now August scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Dragon Bridge
1901 Art Nouveau bridge guarded by four copper dragons, the city's symbol.
Ljubljana Castle
Hilltop castle with a viewing tower over the red roofs to the Julian Alps.
Gostilna Sokol
Traditional Slovenian inn near the Triple Bridge serving štruklji, sausages and game.
Tivoli Park
The city's largest park, with an outdoor photo gallery on Jakopič Promenade.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Lake Bled in August~29 mi · highs 79°F, 4.9 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Piran in August~58 mi · highs 84°F, 3.1 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Hallstatt in August~112 mi · highs 76°F, 6.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Cortina d'Ampezzo in August~118 mi · highs 70°F, 5.5 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~598 m to Ljubljana's ~306 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Ljubljana in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Ljubljana?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Slovenia’s Alpine Lakes route recommends.
How hot is Ljubljana in August?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 60°F (16°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Ljubljana in August?
Some: about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 41.5 in (1054 mm).
What should I pack for Ljubljana in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Ljubljana
Routes in season in August
- Slovenia’s Alpine Lakes May – Sep
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