Skopje experiences a borderline humid subtropical climate with cold semi-arid winters.
The city enjoys four distinct seasons, each with its unique weather patterns:
The hottest month of the year in Skopje is July, with an average high of 87°F and a low of 61°F.
Meanwhile, the coldest month of the year in Skopje is January, with an average low of 26°F and high of 41°F.
During the summer months of June, July, August, and September, Skopje experiences warm and dry weather, with average temperatures ranging between 20-26 degrees Celsius (68-79°F).
This is the best time to explore the city’s outdoor attractions, such as the Old Bazaar and the Kale Fortress.
On the other hand, the winter months of November, December, January, and February are chilly, with temperatures often dropping below freezing point.
Visitors should pack warm clothing to keep themselves comfortable during their stay.
In the spring months of March, April, and May, Skopje experiences mild weather, with temperatures ranging between 8-22°C (46-72°F).
The city’s parks and gardens come to life during this time, making it an excellent time to explore the city’s natural beauty.
In contrast, the autumn months of October and November are relatively mild, with temperatures ranging between 7-21°C (45-70°F).
Visitors can enjoy the city’s fall foliage and pleasant weather during this time.
January
January is the coldest month in Skopje, with an average temperature of 0°C (32°F). The average high temperature during the day is 5°C (41°F), while the average low temperature at night is -4°C (25°F). The city experiences an average of 13 rainy days in January, with a total of 41mm of precipitation.
February
February is still quite cold in Skopje, with an average temperature of 2°C (36°F). The average high temperature during the day is 7°C (45°F), while the average low temperature at night is -2°C (28°F). The city experiences an average of 11 rainy days in February, with a total of 38mm of precipitation.
March
March marks the start of spring in Skopje, with an average temperature of 7°C (45°F). The average high temperature during the day is 13°C (55°F), while the average low temperature at night is 1°C (34°F). The city experiences an average of 10 rainy days in March, with a total of 36mm of precipitation.
April
April is a pleasant month in Skopje, with an average temperature of 12°C (54°F). The average high temperature during the day is 19°C (66°F), while the average low temperature at night is 6°C (43°F). The city experiences an average of 11 rainy days in April, with a total of 49mm of precipitation.
May
May is a comfortable month in Skopje, with an average temperature of 17°C (63°F). The average high temperature during the day is 24°C (75°F), while the average low temperature at night is 10°C (50°F). The city experiences an average of 11 rainy days in May, with a total of 57mm of precipitation.
June
June marks the start of summer in Skopje, with an average temperature of 21°C (70°F). The average high temperature during the day is 28°C (82°F), while the average low temperature at night is 14°C (57°F). The city experiences an average of 10 rainy days in June, with a total of 66mm of precipitation.
July
July is the hottest month in Skopje, with an average temperature of 24°C (75°F). The average high temperature during the day is 31°C (88°F), while the average low temperature at night is 17°C (63°F). The city experiences an average of 8 rainy days in July, with a total of 43mm of precipitation.
August
August is still a hot month in Skopje, with an average temperature of 24°C (75°F). The average high temperature during the day is 31°C (88°F), while the average low temperature at night is 16°C (61°F). The city experiences an average of 7 rainy days in August, with a total of 37mm of precipitation.
September
September marks the end of summer in Skopje, with an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). The average high temperature during the day is 25°C (77°F), while the average low temperature at night is 11°C (52°F). The city experiences an average of 8 rainy days in September, with a total of 44mm of precipitation.
October
October is a pleasant month in Skopje, with an average temperature of 13°C (55°F). The average high temperature during the day is 18°C (64°F), while the average low temperature at night is 7°C (45°F). The city experiences an average of 9 rainy days in October, with a total of 48mm of precipitation.
November
November is a chilly month in Skopje, with an average temperature of 7°C (45°F). The average high temperature during the day is 11°C (52°F), while the average low temperature at night is 2°C (36°F). The city experiences an average of 11 rainy days in November, with a total of 56mm of precipitation.
December
December is the coldest month of the year in Skopje, with an average high temperature of 6% (42°F) and an average low temperature of -4°C (24°F). The city receives an average of 1.8 inches of precipitation during this month, which is mostly in the form of snow.
