Climate of Skopje, Čair, North Macedonia
Point-value climate at Skopje (Čair, North Macedonia). Population approximately 494,087.
Located in Čair, North Macedonia, Skopje has a seasonal climate. Population approximately 494,087. Monthly average temperatures range from 0.4°C / 32.7°F in January to 23.4°C / 74.1°F in July, with rainfall varying from 33 mm / 1.3 in (August) to 55 mm / 2.2 in (May) — about 518 mm / 20.4 in across the year. As the national capital of North Macedonia, it's often the primary gateway for travellers. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Skopje's coordinates — often quite different from the surrounding region's area-weighted average.
Best sunny months: June, July, August, September.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.4°C32.7°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
| February | 3.2°C37.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | — |
| March | 7.7°C45.9°F | 39 mm1.5″ | — |
| April | 12.1°C53.8°F | 44 mm1.7″ | — |
| May | 17.2°C63°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 21.3°C70.3°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 23.4°C74.1°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23°C73.4°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 18.8°C65.8°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 13.1°C55.6°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| November | 6.4°C43.5°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| December | 1.8°C35.2°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Skopje?
The months with the sunniest, driest weather are June, July, August, September. Skopje's warmest month is July at an average of 23.4°C / 74.1°F, and its driest month is August with about 33 mm / 1.3 in of rain.
What is the climate of Skopje?
Skopje, in Čair, North Macedonia, has monthly average temperatures ranging from 0.4°C / 32.7°F in January to 23.4°C / 74.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is approximately 518 mm / 20.4 in, with the wettest month being May (55 mm / 2.2 in) and the driest August (33 mm / 1.3 in).
What is the average temperature in Skopje in July?
The average temperature in Skopje in July is 23.4°C / 74.1°F, with rainfall of about 37 mm / 1.5 in — the warmest month of the year.
When is the driest month in Skopje?
The driest month in Skopje is August, with about 33 mm / 1.3 in of average monthly rainfall. Average temperature that month is 23°C / 73.4°F.
When is the wettest month in Skopje?
The wettest month in Skopje is May, with approximately 55 mm / 2.2 in of average monthly rainfall.