Ohrid Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Ohrid has a Mediterranean climate, bordering on an oceanic climate because of influence from the Mediterranean and the Adriatic Sea. Due to this influence, the average daytime temperature in summer is always a few degrees lower. The average temperature in winter months is slightly higher. Long-term frost and night frost does not occur much because of that reason. Most rain is seen in winter, rarely in the form of snow.

Monthly Temperature in Ohrid

In Ohrid, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August to a chilly 5°C (41°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 16°C (61°F) in August to -3°C (27°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Ohrid

On average, Ohrid receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 866 mm (34 in). The seasons in Ohrid bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate snow/rainfall, with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation. This snow/rainfall is distributed across 14 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 35 mm (1.4 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Ohrid Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Ohrid

In Ohrid, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.0 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Ohrid 3-Day Forecast

10-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Ohrid

The best time to visit Ohrid is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 19°C (67°F) and 27°C (81°F). With rainfall of 35 mm (1.4 in) to 78 mm (3.1 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.

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