Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Sarajevo
Weather in Sarajevo is shaped by its oceanic climate - expect mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. July afternoons typically reach 82°F (28°C), while January highs hover near 41°F (5°C). Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches (990 mm) over about 132 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 82°F (28°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 41°F (5°C)
- Record high: 99°F (37°C) · Record low: -14°F (-26°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: November (11 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 26 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 82°F (28°C) and overnight lows stay near 60°F (16°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 41°F (5°C) and lows around 26°F (-4°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 99°F (37°C) and dropped as low as -14°F (-26°C).
Rain, sun and snow
November is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.5 inches (115 mm) of rain over 11 days, while September is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.8 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 26 days in a typical year, mostly from November through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41° | 26° | 14 | 3.5 in | 5.4 h/day | 77% |
| February | 48° | 31° | 10 | 3.2 in | 6.6 h/day | 74% |
| March | 53° | 34° | 12 | 3.1 in | 8.0 h/day | 71% |
| April | 61° | 40° | 10 | 3.0 in | 9.9 h/day | 68% |
| May | 68° | 49° | 16 | 3.9 in | 10.8 h/day | 73% |
| June | 76° | 57° | 13 | 3.9 in | 12.2 h/day | 74% |
| July | 82° | 60° | 10 | 3.0 in | 12.8 h/day | 69% |
| August | 82° | 60° | 9 | 2.3 in | 12.0 h/day | 69% |
| September | 73° | 53° | 9 | 2.3 in | 9.7 h/day | 72% |
| October | 65° | 45° | 8 | 2.7 in | 8.1 h/day | 76% |
| November | 54° | 37° | 11 | 4.5 in | 6.1 h/day | 80% |
| December | 46° | 31° | 10 | 3.5 in | 5.4 h/day | 79% |
Sarajevo month by month
Sarajevo weather in January
January brings highs around 41°F (5°C), lows near 26°F (-4°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 8 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Sarajevo.
Sarajevo weather in February
February brings highs around 48°F (9°C), lows near 31°F (-1°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 5 snowy days.
Sarajevo weather in March
March brings highs around 53°F (12°C), lows near 34°F (1°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days.
Sarajevo weather in April
April brings highs around 61°F (16°C), lows near 40°F (4°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Sarajevo weather in May
May brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 49°F (9°C), about 16 wet days.
Sarajevo weather in June
June brings highs around 76°F (25°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 13 wet days.
Sarajevo weather in July
July brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 10 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Sarajevo.
Sarajevo weather in August
August brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 9 wet days.
Sarajevo weather in September
September brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 9 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Sarajevo.
Sarajevo weather in October
October brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), about 8 wet days.
Sarajevo weather in November
November brings highs around 54°F (12°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days - typically the wettest month of the year in Sarajevo.
Sarajevo weather in December
December brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 31°F (0°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days.
Seasons in Sarajevo
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Sarajevo is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 61°F (16°C) and nights around 41°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season, plus around 6 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Sarajevo is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 59°F (15°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Sarajevo is mild, with daytime highs averaging 64°F (18°C) and nights around 45°F (7°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Sarajevo runs cold, with daytime highs averaging 45°F (7°C) and nights around 29°F (-2°C); expect showers on roughly 33 days across the season, plus around 17 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Sarajevo
The best time to visit Sarajevo is generally July to October and April, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 72°F (22°C).
Pack for Sarajevo with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 60°F (16°C).
Sarajevo temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.