Lake Bohinj Bohinjsko jezero
Uskovnica, Slovenia
Lake Bohinj is a glacial lake located near Uskovnica, Slovenia. Spanning 3.18 square kilometers and reaching a length of 4,100 meters, it is one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs around 21 °C to 22 °C. These months also see rain on about 17 to 20 days. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, with highs of 1 °C to 2 °C and lows of -6 °C from December through February. May through August are the wettest months, with monthly rainfall totals exceeding 200 mm.
The nearest airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, located 47 km away. The lake is 56 km from the capital, Ljubljana. Nearby places to visit include Vršič Pass at 19.1 km, Bled Castle at 20.9 km, and Lake Jasna at 22.1 km.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 22 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 1 | 3 | 6 | 11 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
| Average low, °C | -6 | -6 | -2 | 2 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 0 | -5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 140 | 120 | 169 | 200 | 217 | 234 | 202 | 212 | 276 | 312 | 316 | 255 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 21 | 19 | 20 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
