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North Macedonia Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Macedonia in April.

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Are you planning a trip a to North Macedonia in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in North Macedonia in April

April in North Macedonia generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Mavrovo at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Star Dojran at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Star Dojran and 2°C (36°F) in Mavrovo.

To explore the conditions in North Macedonia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Negotino with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Debar with 112 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

April brings good sunshine to many areas. Ohrid sees around 200 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore North Macedonia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in North Macedonia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Ohrid)

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September22°C (72°F) October17°C (63°F) November11°C (52°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in North Macedonia in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across North Macedonia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in North Macedonia

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in North Macedonia?

Temperature range in North Macedonia (April)

Precipitation variation in North Macedonia (April)

Ohrid

In April Ohrid generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
200 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
very good
Climate in Ohrid →

Skopje

In April Skopje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
199 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
Climate in Skopje →

Bitola

In April Bitola generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
200 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
75 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
excellent
Climate in Bitola →

Peštani

In April Peštani generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
200 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
very good
Climate in Peštani →

Struga

In April Struga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
200 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
very good
Climate in Struga →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North Macedonia in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ohrid 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Skopje 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Bitola 16°C (61°F) 4°C (39°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Star Dojran 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Gevgelija 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Mavrovo 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 101 mm (4 in)

North Macedonia weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Macedonia in April?

North Macedonia typically experiences good weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ohrid average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in North Macedonia in April?

In Ohrid, the average daytime high in April is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

Does North Macedonia get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Ohrid averages just 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for North Macedonia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit North Macedonia?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit North Macedonia with overall good weather in Ohrid. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit North Macedonia is in June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Ohrid. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

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