Slovenia is a Central European country with a Mediterranean border and has become an extremely popular vacation destination over the past few years, particularly other Europeans who have taken advantage of the cheap airfares on offer.

Slovenia caters for all types of visitors, from skiers to beach lovers to history fans. The changeableweather in Sloveniameans it is important to know exactly what to expect before you go, so that you can pack accordingly. Slovenia has four distinct seasons, withtemperatures reaching over 20C in the summer months and falling to 0C in winter.

The majority of the rainfall comes in May, June, October and November.The weather in Sloveniaalso varies in different parts of the country. The mountains have an extreme, typically Alpine climate; the coast is likely to experience far hotter weather in the summer and fairly mild winter temperatures; and the northeast lowlands have weather like much of the rest of continental Europe (hot summers and cold winters). Depending on what your reasons for visiting Slovenia are, any time of year is a good time weather-wise.

For winter sports fanatics, a Slovenian winter in the mountains is perfect. Sun worshippers will be happy with a summer break on the coast. Going to Slovenia is no different to going anywhere in the world - your trip will be made easier and more enjoyable if you are organised, and prepare with the weather in mind. Checking online in the weeks leading up to your trip is a quick and easy way to check the weather.