Average Monthly Sunshine in Sarajevo

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Sarajevo receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Sarajevo, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 255 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 42 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1769 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Sarajevo serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Sarajevo’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Sarajevo enjoys an average of 1769 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

May, Sarajevo’s wettest month, receives 75 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 26°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Sarajevo Precipitation page.