Capital city in Pristina District, Kosovo
Pristina weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Pristina
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild. Jul–Aug is hot but comfortable at night; Nov–Feb is cold with heavy winter air pollution.
Pristina weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°63 mm
- Feb5°57 mm
- Mar10°66 mm
- Apr16°64 mm
- May20°80 mm
- Jun25°68 mm
- Jul29°49 mm
- Aug30°48 mm
- Sep24°62 mm
- Oct18°76 mm
- Nov11°76 mm
- Dec4°69 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C37°F | -5°C23°F | 63 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| February | 5°C42°F | -4°C26°F | 57 mm | 88% | Cold |
| March | 10°C51°F | 0°C32°F | 66 mm | 82% | Cold |
| April | 16°C60°F | 4°C40°F | 64 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 20°C69°F | 10°C49°F | 80 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| June | 25°C77°F | 14°C57°F | 68 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| July | 29°C85°F | 16°C61°F | 49 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C86°F | 16°C61°F | 48 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C75°F | 11°C52°F | 62 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C64°F | 6°C43°F | 76 mm | 74% | Cool |
| November | 11°C51°F | 2°C35°F | 76 mm | 84% | Cold |
| December | 4°C40°F | -3°C27°F | 69 mm | 90% | Cold |
Best months across Kosovo
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Pristina?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild. Jul–Aug is hot but comfortable at night; Nov–Feb is cold with heavy winter air pollution.
When is the rainy season in Pristina?
Rain peaks in May with about 80 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Pristina?
August, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Pristina get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -5°C (23°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.