What’s the climate like in Skopje?
The current climate of Skopje features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 33°C during the day to lows of 6°C. The average yearly temperature is around 21°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -3°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Skopje in recent years was 41°C in July 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -9°C in January 2017.
On average, Skopje gets 580 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 45 cm is snowfall. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the climate in other parts of North Macedonia? Check out the weather and climate in places like Ohrid, Struga, Bitola, or have a look at other destinations in North Macedonia.
Best time to visit Skopje?
The best time to visit Skopje for sunny weather is April through October. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Skopje. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Skopje
The climate table of Skopje shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 6 | 11 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 29 | 33 | 33 | 27 | 21 | 14 | 8 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 0 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 36 | 49 | 55 | 51 | 49 | 57 | 41 | 54 | 44 | 50 | 60 | 34 |
| Snow (cm) | 21 | 9,0 | 7,7 | 2,7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,7 | 2,3 |
| UV Index | 3 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 21°C
- Highest temperature: 33°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 6°C in January
- Precipitation*: 580 mm per year, averaging 48 mm per month
- Snowfall: 45 cm per year
- Driest months: 34 mm in December, 36 mm in January and 41 mm in July
- Wettest months: 60 mm in November, 57 mm in June and 55 mm in March
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Skopje
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Skopje, North Macedonia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Skopje
This graph shows how much precipitation Skopje, North Macedonia, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Skopje
This graph shows how much snow Skopje, North Macedonia, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Skopje
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Skopje, North Macedonia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Skopje
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Skopje, North Macedonia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Skopje
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Skopje, North Macedonia, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Skopje
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Skopje, North Macedonia, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Skopje
The weather in Skopje is rated an average of 3,7 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Skopje? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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There are occasional showers, but generally most days are sunny and slightly breezy. Nice atmosphere for a holiday!— This text is automatically translated to English
Average rainfall, but generally sunny and pleasant. Bring an umbrella just to be sure, but expect lots of sunshine.— This text is automatically translated to English
November in Skopje is cool and often very cloudy. Moderate showers regularly fall, but rare sunshine still breaks through. Bring warm clothes and an umbrella.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was warm during the day, with temperatures reaching 35°C, but it got colder at night. As it hardly rained, it was regularly sunny.— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperature was high but not unbearable: between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius. There was plenty of sunshine, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities. It rained occasionally, but mostly at night.— This text is automatically translated to English
October in Skopje was surprisingly pleasant. During the day the temperature was pleasant, around 20 degrees, but in the evening it got slightly colder. Most days were sunny, but some were cloudy. Wear layers!— This text is automatically translated to English
There was a moderate but regular snowfall that made everything magical, but the grey skies often made the city dark. Nice weather for winter lovers, but too cold for us.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Skopje by Month
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