Sarajevo Climate by Month
The temperature in Sarajevo can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
Visitors to Sarajevo can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -5°C during this month.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Sarajevo is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1183 mm. Despite minor fluctuations, Sarajevo enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In May, you can expect around 117 mm of precipitation, while in August, Sarajevo receives about 75 mm.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Sarajevo can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.4 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Sarajevo.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Sarajevo ranges from 0°C in December to 1°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Sarajevo in Bosnia and Herzegovina
During the months of June, July, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 117 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 75 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 255 hours of sunshine.
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