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Weather in August in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Thinking about venturing to Bosnia and Herzegovina this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What is the weather like in Bosnia and Herzegovina in August?

August in Bosnia and Herzegovina generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with moderate precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Kupres at 25°C to very warm in Ljubuški at 32°C. At night it cools down to 18°C in Ljubuški and 12°C in Kupres. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ivanica with an average of 47 mm to moderate rainfall in Vlasic with 100 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Sarajevo typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 240 hours of sunshine in Sarajevo. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.

For a closer look at August's conditions in Bosnia and Herzegovina, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Bosnia and Herzegovina's yearly weather, check out our Bosnia and Herzegovina climate page.

Where to go in Bosnia and Herzegovina in August

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Bosnia and Herzegovina on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Sarajevo

In August Sarajevo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Sarajevo
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<<   July July
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25°C 
13°C 
255 hours 
93 mm 
11 days 
26°C 
13°C 
240 hours 
75 mm 
10 days 
21°C 
9°C 
187 hours 
94 mm 
10 days 
Climate in Sarajevo

Mostar

In August Mostar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Mostar
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<<   July July
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29°C 
16°C 
327 hours 
54 mm 
9 days 
29°C 
16°C 
304 hours 
60 mm 
9 days 
24°C 
12°C 
226 hours 
140 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Mostar

Međugorje

In August Međugorje generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Međugorje
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<<   July July
<<  
31°C 
18°C 
327 hours 
46 mm 
8 days 
32°C 
18°C 
304 hours 
57 mm 
8 days 
26°C 
13°C 
226 hours 
145 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Međugorje

Trebinje

In August Trebinje generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Trebinje
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<<   July July
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27°C 
18°C 
346 hours 
47 mm 
8 days 
28°C 
18°C 
326 hours 
52 mm 
8 days 
23°C 
14°C 
310 hours 
137 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Trebinje

Banja Luka

In August Banja Luka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Banja Luka
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<<   July July
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28°C 
16°C 
270 hours 
91 mm 
12 days 
29°C 
16°C 
235 hours 
75 mm 
11 days 
23°C 
11°C 
189 hours 
101 mm 
11 days 
Climate in Banja Luka

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Is August the best time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina with overall perfect weather in Sarajevo.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Sarajevo. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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