Skopje weather in August (North Macedonia)

Curious about the climate in Skopje this August? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

For August, the weather in Skopje is generally perfect, featuring very high temperatures and low rainfall. During August, you’ll experience the summer season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 33°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 17°C. Known for its high temperatures, this month is the warmest of the year. Dress accordingly to stay comfortable and make the most of the weather.

Precipitation

Skopje in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. Historically, approximately 6 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 306 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skopje climate page with graphs.

 

Skopje, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 21%  

Precipitation 30 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 56%  

Sunshine 306 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 71%  

Where to go in North Macedonia in August

Find out more about the weather in North Macedonia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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