Maribor has a humid continental climate with warm summers, cold winters, and significant year-round precipitation. Summer highs reach 25–27°C, while winter lows can dip to -4°C. Rain is frequent, peaking in late spring and summer, and snow is common in winter. The city enjoys abundant sunshine, especially from May to August, making it a lively destination in all seasons.
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Maribor, located in northeastern Slovenia at the foot of the Pohorje Mountains, experiences four distinct seasons with marked temperature and precipitation contrasts. Summers (June–August) are warm and pleasant, with average highs of 25–27°C and cool nights around 13–15°C. July is the warmest and sunniest month, offering up to 9–11 hours of sunshine per day. Thunderstorms are common in summer, and June to September are the wettest months, each receiving 100–126 mm of rain over 11–16 days. Despite the rain, summer evenings are comfortable, and the city’s wine culture thrives in this season.
Winters (December–February) are cold and often snowy, with average highs of 3–5°C and lows of -3 to -4°C. Snow is frequent, especially in December and January, but heavy accumulation is rare in the city itself. January is the driest month, with 35–43 mm of precipitation, but still sees 7–11 days of rain or snow. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are transitional, with mild to cool temperatures (10–21°C), variable rainfall, and blooming or colourful landscapes. Maribor receives about 900–1,070 mm of precipitation annually and enjoys 2,000–2,800 hours of sunshine per year. Winds are generally light, and the city’s sheltered basin location lends a touch of Mediterranean feel to its climate.
| Average climate data for Maribor, Slovenia | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 2 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 9 | 4 | 25 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -3 | -2 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 3 | -1 | -3 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 38 | 61 | 56 | 62 | 138 | 132 | 118 | 79 | 77 | 52 | 72 | 47 | 930 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 11 | 11 | 16 | 16 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 11 | 188 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 150 | 212 | 83 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 54 | 112 | 631 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 12 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 34 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 85 | 84 | 76 | 73 | 78 | 78 | 77 | 76 | 82 | 84 | 85 | 83 | 80 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 4 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
| Average cloud coverage (%) | 55 | 58 | 47 | 40 | 43 | 35 | 29 | 27 | 41 | 42 | 51 | 45 | 43 |
| Average UV index | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
The best time to visit Maribor is from May to September, when temperatures are warm (20–27°C), sunshine is abundant, and the city is vibrant with festivals and outdoor events. These months offer ideal conditions for sightseeing, hiking, and enjoying the region’s wine culture, with long evenings and lively terraces.
The least favourable time to visit is from November to February, when days are shortest, temperatures are coldest (highs of 3–5°C, lows down to -4°C), and rain or snow is frequent. Outdoor activities are limited, but the city’s museums and cosy cafés offer refuge from the chilly, damp weather.
Maribor has warm, pleasant summers (highs 25–27°C) and cold, snowy winters (highs 3–5°C, lows -3 to -4°C). Rain is frequent year-round, peaking in summer, and the city enjoys abundant sunshine from May to August.
Yes, snow is common from December to February, with the most snowfall in December and January. Heavy accumulation is rare in the city, but nearby mountains receive more snow, ideal for winter sports.
June to September are the wettest months, each with 100–126 mm of rain and frequent thunderstorms. January is the driest month, with 35–43 mm of precipitation.
Maribor enjoys up to 2,000–2,800 hours of sunshine annually. July is the sunniest month, with 9–11 hours of sunshine per day, while January is the gloomiest, with just 4–5 hours daily.
Pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection for summer, layers and a rain jacket for spring and autumn, and a warm coat, scarf, and waterproof boots for winter. Weather can change quickly, so be prepared.
Yes, late spring to early autumn is ideal for outdoor activities, with warm temperatures, long days, and lively events. Winter is best for cosy indoor experiences and exploring nearby ski resorts.
Maribor can experience heatwaves in summer (above 35°C) and severe cold in winter (down to -20°C), but such extremes are rare. Most of the year, temperatures are moderate and comfortable for travel.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is August (25.2 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (2.4 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 14.3 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is August (13.8 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is January (-3 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 5.6 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is May (137.9 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is January (37.8 mm). Over the whole year there are 930 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is May (24 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is February (10.9 days). Over the whole year there are 188.5 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is February (211.8 mm). The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 631.4 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is January (12 days). The months with the fewest days of snowfall are June, July, August and September (0 days). Over the whole year there are 34.2 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is November (85.1 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is April (72.9 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 80 %.
The windiest month, with the highest average wind speed, is March (8.9 km/h). The calmest month, with the lowest average wind speed, is August (6.1 km/h). The overall average wind speed over the whole year is 7.5 km/h.
The month with the cloudiest skies, so the highest cloud coverage, is February (58.3 %). The month with the clearest skies, so the lowest cloud coverage, is August (27.3 %). Over the whole year there is an average cloud coverage of 42.7 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 15.1 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 8.1 h). Over the whole year there are 11.8 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is August (Average sunshine: 10.2 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is February (Average sunshine: 4 h). Over the whole year there are 7.2 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June, July and August (UV index: 5). The month with the lowest average UV index is November (UV index: 1). Over the whole year the average UV index is 3.3.
