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Weather & Climate in Žilina, Slovakia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Žilina experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. The area receives 70.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,138 ft (347 m) |
| Area | 30.9 sq mi (80.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,628/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2232°N, 18.7394°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bratislava |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
794 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Jun 13, 2002 | 1 km NNW of Rychvald, Czechia | M4.6 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Dec 9, 1993 | 3 km E of Ruda ?l?ska, Poland | M4.4 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Apr 17, 2015 | 2 km ESE of Ruda ?l?ska, Poland | M4.3 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Oct 18, 1997 | 2 km ENE of Strumie?, Poland | M4.2 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Feb 7, 2022 | 4 km ESE of Katowice, Poland | M4.2 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Jan 13, 2020 | 2 km SSW of Orzesze, Poland | M4.2 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Mar 29, 1993 | 1 km WNW of ?wierklaniec, Poland | M4.1 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Feb 9, 2007 | 4 km SW of Radzionków, Poland | M4.1 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 2013 | 4 km NE of Érsekvadkert, Hungary | M4.1 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Jul 25, 1990 | 3 km NE of ?wierklaniec, Poland | M4.1 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 1997 | 2 km SSW of Paw?owice, Poland | M4.0 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Jun 28, 1992 | 6 km SSE of Szczawnica, Poland | M4.0 | 130 km | 8 km |
| Apr 20, 1995 | 2 km NE of Miasteczko ?l?skie, Poland | M4.0 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 1990 | 2 km NNE of Rogo?nik, Poland | M4.0 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jun 10, 2000 | 4 km WSW of Wilcza, Poland | M4.0 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2014 | 4 km ESE of Balassagyarmat, Hungary | M4.0 | 138 km | 3 km |
| Oct 31, 1994 | 0 km NE of Orlová, Czechia | M3.9 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Jan 22, 2019 | 0 km W of Jejkowice, Poland | M3.9 | 101 km | 6 km |
| Jul 8, 2005 | Poland | M3.9 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Apr 13, 1994 | 0 km E of Nak?o, Poland | M3.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in |
Žilina has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 29°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.9").