What’s the climate like in 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.
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.
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.
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.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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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 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 18°C
- Highest temperature: 29°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 5°C in January
- Precipitation*: 1657 mm per year, averaging 138 mm per month
- Snowfall: 196 cm per year
- Driest months: 75 mm in June, August and 76 mm in July
- Wettest months: 470 mm in January, 214 mm in December and 168 mm in February
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Sarajevo
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Sarajevo
This graph shows how much rainfall Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Sarajevo
This graph shows how much snow Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Sarajevo
This graph 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.
Yearly Temperature in Sarajevo
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Sarajevo
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Sarajevo
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Sarajevo
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There were occasional clouds and some rain, but overall it was dry and sunny. Ideal for relaxing walks and sidewalk cafes.— This text is automatically translated to English
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.— This text is automatically translated to English
This adds to the mystique of the historic city, but can make mobility difficult. Despite the cold, our stay was pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
The cold wind made it difficult to explore downtown. But despite the stormy weather, the city was still beautiful.— This text is automatically translated to English
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!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Sarajevo by Month
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