July-August brings warm weather ideal for hiking and exploring, with higher prices and more visitors at major attractions.
May-June and September-October offer pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds, and lower prices with beautiful spring blooms or autumn colors.
November-April (excluding Christmas and ski season) sees fewer tourists and significantly lower prices, though some attractions have limited hours.
Slovak is the official language; basic English is widely spoken in tourism sectors; German is useful in some regions near Austria.
Slovakia experiences four distinct seasons with continental climate influences. Summers (June-August) are warm with temperatures averaging 21-26°C. Spring and autumn are mild with changeable conditions. Winters (December-February) are cold, especially in mountain areas, with temperatures often below freezing and significant snowfall in the highlands, making it perfect for winter sports.