Ljubljana
Capital of Slovenia
Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia, with a population of about 284,000 as of 2022. Visitors come to explore its historic sites, including Ljubljana Castle, the Dragon Bridge, and Ljubljana Cathedral.
What to see
The city features several notable landmarks. Ljubljana Castle overlooks the city, while the Dragon Bridge and Ljubljana Cathedral are central architectural points. Other locations include the Triple Bridge, Congress Square, and the Franciscan Church of the Annunciation. For those interested in museums and culture, the National Gallery of Slovenia and the National Museum of Slovenia are available. Green spaces such as Tivoli City Park and Tivoli Castle are also located within the city, alongside modern landmarks like the Nebotičnik building, the Ljubljana Mosque, and the Nama department store. Public spaces like Republic Square are also present.
When to go
The warmest months are June, July, and August, with daily highs ranging from 23 °C to 26 °C. These months also see significant rainfall, with July and August recording 114 mm to 145 mm of precipitation over 14 to 16 days. Spring and autumn offer milder temperatures, with highs around 15 °C to 20 °C in April, May, September, and October. Winters are cold, with temperatures frequently dropping below freezing in December, January, and February.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, located 20 km away in Zgornji Brnik.
Top sights in Ljubljana
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 26 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 4 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 20 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 9 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -3 | -3 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 2 | -2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 69 | 72 | 94 | 102 | 111 | 145 | 114 | 135 | 143 | 139 | 132 | 114 |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 19 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Ljubljana (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Congress Square
- Franciscan Church of the Annunciation
- Ljubljana Mosque
- Nama
- National Gallery of Slovenia
- National Museum of Slovenia
- Nebotičnik
- Republic Square
- Tivoli Castle
- Tivoli City Park
- Triple Bridge