While the Czech Republic suffers from tropical heat, frost records are being broken in the Šumava mountains
Most of the Czech Republic has been hit by intense heatwaves this summer, bringing high temperatures and dry weather. People across the country are seeking shade and swimming pools to cool off during the hot days that are typical for this summer.
A completely different situation, however, prevails in the Šumava mountains, specifically at the Perla meteorological station. Even though the rest of the country is battling tropical temperatures, ten days were recorded at this location during July when the temperature dropped below freezing.
This phenomenon is caused by the specific location of the Šumava frost hollows, where cold air stays near the ground much longer than in other parts of the Czech Republic. Even during the warmest months of the year, visitors can experience an unexpected chill here, which stands in sharp contrast to the national average.
Experts point out that the number of these summer frosts is exceptionally high this year. This natural phenomenon serves as a reminder of how diverse the weather in the Czech Republic can be, even within a single summer season.