2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Sarajevo in August

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

August is a wet time to visit Sarajevo. Sarajevo has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 26°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 14 rainy days per month.

Avg High

26°C

Avg Low

16°C

Rainy days

14days

Daylight

14h

Is August a good time to visit Sarajevo?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:51 AM

Sunset

7:53 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 7°C -3°C 4 Good
February 10°C 0°C 10 Good
March 11°C 1°C 13 Wet
April 17°C 4°C 4 Good
May 19°C 9°C 16 Excellent (best)
June 22°C 13°C 15 Excellent (best)
July 25°C 15°C 12 Good
August 26°C 16°C 14 Wet
September 23°C 13°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 17°C 7°C 8 Excellent (best)
November 12°C 3°C 5 Good
December 9°C 1°C 15 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Sarajevo? +

August is typically Wet for visiting Sarajevo, with average highs of 26°C and around 14 rainy days.

What should I pack for Sarajevo in August? +

With highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Sarajevo in August? +

Sarajevo typically sees around 14 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Sarajevo in August? +

In August, Sarajevo gets approximately 14 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Sarajevo? +

No, August is not peak season in Sarajevo. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Sarajevo? +

The best months to visit Sarajevo are May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Sarajevo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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26° / 16°
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