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Skopje Climate by Month

Skopje has a borderline humid subtropical climate and cold semi-arid climate. This means warm dry summers and fairly cool winters.

Average day and night temperature

In Skopje, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August to a chilly 7°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -2°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Skopje receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 591 mm. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, April, sees around 64 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, August, still receives a respectable 30 mm of rainfall.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Skopje, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.7 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Skopje in North Macedonia

During the months of May and October 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Skopje?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Skopje?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Skopje?
    April tops the wettest month list with 64 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Skopje?
    August is the driest month with 30 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Skopje?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 318 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Skopje

    Sat   Dec 14
    4°C | -3°C
    SE 4 km/h
    1.2 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    8°C | 1°C
    NW 7 km/h
    6.9 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    9°C | 0°C
    NW 11 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain