Capital city in Sarajevo Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sarajevo
May–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild. July–Aug is hot but festival-heavy (Film Festival, August). Winters are cold with heavy coal smog; ski season Jan–Mar.
Sarajevo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan5°77 mm
- Feb6°74 mm
- Mar10°74 mm
- Apr16°68 mm
- May20°81 mm
- Jun24°82 mm
- Jul28°54 mm
- Aug28°55 mm
- Sep22°78 mm
- Oct18°76 mm
- Nov12°91 mm
- Dec6°89 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C40°F | -3°C26°F | 77 mm | 91% | Cold |
| February | 6°C42°F | -2°C28°F | 74 mm | 89% | Cold |
| March | 10°C51°F | 1°C33°F | 74 mm | 84% | Cold |
| April | 16°C60°F | 5°C41°F | 68 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 20°C69°F | 9°C49°F | 81 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C76°F | 14°C56°F | 82 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C82°F | 16°C60°F | 54 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C83°F | 15°C60°F | 55 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C72°F | 11°C51°F | 78 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C64°F | 6°C44°F | 76 mm | 79% | Cool |
| November | 12°C53°F | 3°C37°F | 91 mm | 86% | Cool |
| December | 6°C42°F | -2°C29°F | 89 mm | 90% | Cold |
Best months across Bosnia and Herzegovina
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sarajevo | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Mostar | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Banja Luka | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Sarajevo?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild. July–Aug is hot but festival-heavy (Film Festival, August). Winters are cold with heavy coal smog; ski season Jan–Mar.
When is the rainy season in Sarajevo?
Rain peaks in November with about 91 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sarajevo?
August, with average highs of 28°C (83°F).
How cold does Sarajevo get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -3°C (26°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Sarajevo International Airport
- Clinical Center University of Sarajevo
- Sarajevo Tourism
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 2.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.