Pristina Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Pristina can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to cold.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Pristina. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 5°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -3°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Pristina has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 678 mm of rain/snowfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. May brings wetter days averaging 78 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 rainy days. In contrast, August experiences a drier climate, with about 41 mm of rainfall spread across 8 rainy days.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
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Pristina. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Pristina.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 81%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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During the months of May 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 78 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 41 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 301 hours of sunshine.
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