Climate of Skopje, North Macedonia
Area-weighted average across Skopje. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Skopje, a subdivision of North Macedonia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.3°C / 31.5°F in January to 22.3°C / 72.1°F in July, with rainfall from 30 mm / 1.2 in to 51 mm / 2 in depending on the season (475 mm / 18.7 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.3°C31.5°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| February | 2.5°C36.5°F | 32 mm1.3″ | — |
| March | 6.8°C44.2°F | 35 mm1.4″ | — |
| April | 11.4°C52.5°F | 41 mm1.6″ | — |
| May | 16.2°C61.2°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| June | 20.2°C68.4°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 22.3°C72.1°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 22.1°C71.8°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 18°C64.4°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 12.3°C54.1°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| November | 5.9°C42.6°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| December | 1.2°C34.2°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Skopje?
The best months to visit Skopje, North Macedonia for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 22.3°C / 72.1°F, and the driest is January with about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Skopje?
Skopje, North Macedonia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.3°C / 31.5°F in January to 22.3°C / 72.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 475 mm / 18.7 in, with the wettest month being May (51 mm / 2 in) and the driest January (30 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Skopje?
The hottest month in Skopje is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.3°C / 72.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Skopje?
The coldest month in Skopje is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.3°C / 31.5°F.
When does it rain most in Skopje?
The wettest month in Skopje is May, averaging about 51 mm / 2 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 30 mm / 1.2 in.