The climate of Sarajevo

The current climate in Sarajevo features temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C to a low of 5°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 18°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -4°C and in the warmer months around 14°C.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Temperature records

The highest temperature recorded in Sarajevo in recent years was 38°C in August 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -12°C in January 2017.

Precipitation and snowfall

On average, Sarajevo gets 1657 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 196 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.

Curious about the weather in other parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Mostar, Banja Luka, Trebinje, or explore other destinations in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Best time to visit Sarajevo?

The best time to visit Sarajevo for sunny weather is May through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Sarajevo. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

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Climate Table of Sarajevo

The climate table of Sarajevo shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

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Temp. max (°C) 5 9 12 17 21 26 29 28 23 18 12 6
Temp. min (°C) -4 -1 1 4 9 13 15 15 11 6 3 -1
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Precipitation (mm) 470 168 79 91 96 75 76 75 103 82 128 214
Snow (cm) 54 33 36 10 0,2 0 0 0 0 1,8 27 35
UV Index 3 4 5 6 6 7 7 7 6 4 3 3

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Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Sarajevo

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Yearly Temperature in Sarajevo

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Average Precipitation per Month in Sarajevo

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Sarajevo

Average Snowfall per Month in Sarajevo

Total Yearly Snowfall in Sarajevo

UV index chart

This chart shows the average UV index per month in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

Average UV Index per Month in Sarajevo

Weather experiences in Sarajevo

The weather in Sarajevo is rated an average of 3,4 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Sarajevo? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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was here in June Weather experience:Good

There were occasional clouds and some rain, but overall it was dry and sunny. Ideal for relaxing walks and sidewalk cafes.

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was here in September Weather experience:Good

During the day it is warm, the temperature is around 20-25 degrees, ideal for hiking and active recreation. In the evening it got colder, so a light jacket was necessary. A few days of rain but mostly dry.

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was here in January Weather experience:Okay

This adds to the mystique of the historic city, but can make mobility difficult. Despite the cold, our stay was pleasant.

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was here in November Weather experience:Okay

The cold wind made it difficult to explore downtown. But despite the stormy weather, the city was still beautiful.

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was here in April Weather experience:Okay

April in Sarajevo offers a changing spectacle of sunshine between rain showers. The temperature is pleasant, but beware of frequent rainfall. Be sure to bring an umbrella!

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Average weather in Sarajevo by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sarajevo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.