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Martin

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Updated Tuesday, October 20, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Martin month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Martin are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 23–24°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 24°C), January the coldest (average low -4°C), and July the wettest (about 110 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January1.8-4.4673.7
February5.0-2.7734.9
March9.3-0.4487.7
April13.73.3589.0
May17.77.49410.5
June23.112.89512.3
July24.013.911011.9
August24.313.99911.1
September19.69.9928.7
October13.85.4776.3
November7.71.1684.3
December3.2-2.1703.0

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Past and future events in Martin

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  1. 2026 Municipal Elections – Martin

    Voting for mayor and city council members scheduled across four electoral districts.

  2. Komunálne voľby 2026 v meste Martin

    Municipal elections in Martin for mayor, city council members, and regional governor.

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Current public leadership

  • Ján Danko

    Incumbent mayor of Martin seeking re‑election in the 2026 municipal elections.

  • Michal Uherčík

    Joint opposition candidate for mayor of Martin in the 2026 municipal elections.

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01 · Overview

Martin, in brief

Martin Overview

Martin is a city in northern Slovakia. It is located in the Žilina Region at latitude 49.06651° N and longitude 18.92399° E.

The municipal population stands at 51,139 residents, reflecting its role as a regional centre. Situated 400 metres above sea level, the city occupies gently undulating terrain that characterises much of the surrounding area.

Martin operates on Central European Time (Europe/Bratislava) and uses the euro (EUR) as its official currency. The principal languages spoken are Slovak (sk) and Hungarian (hu), reflecting the cultural composition of the locality.

Geographically, the city’s modest elevation places it within a zone where the landscape transitions between low‑lying river valleys and the higher foothills of the Carpathian system. This position yields a varied visual backdrop of fields, forest patches, and occasional hill silhouettes, offering both agricultural and recreational opportunities.

The climate of Martin aligns with the temperate continental pattern typical of the broader Žilina Region. Seasonal change is pronounced: springs bring gradual warming and blossoming vegetation, summers are generally warm with occasional thunderstorms, autumns display a steady cooling accompanied by colourful foliage, and winters bring cold temperatures often accompanied by snowfall.

Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, with slightly higher amounts during the summer months, supporting the region’s mixed forests and cultivated lands. The combination of elevation and latitude moderates extreme temperature swings, ensuring that while winters are cold, they are rarely severe compared with higher alpine zones.

Because of its central location within the region, Martin serves as a transport hub linking nearby towns and villages. The city's infrastructure accommodates both local commuters and visitors drawn to its cultural venues and natural surroundings.

For a concise reference, see the Martin entry on Wikipedia, which provides additional context on its administrative status and demographic profile.

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01 · Q&A

Where is Martin located and what are its coordinates?

Martin is situated in Slovakia at geographic coordinates 49.0665, 18.9240, with an elevation of 400 meters above sea level.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Martin?

Martin has a recorded population of approximately 51,139 and observes the Europe/Bratislava time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Martin?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Martin include SK, Hungarian, with EUR used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

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