Bosnia and Herzegovina Travel Weather
When Is the Best Time To Visit Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The answer to the question of what is the best month to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina depends on what you are interested in doing during your stay. Here you can see an overview of each month and its typical weather conditions.
Tourist Season in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The best time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina includes the summer months, from June to August, when all regions have sunny and warm weather. This is the ideal time for enjoying the beaches and sea bathing, such as in Neum on the Adriatic Sea. The weather is also favorable for sightseeing, hiking and climbing in the higher reaches of the Dinaric Mountains.
The spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) months are also a good time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina. There is no heat, but it is still warm and cheerful, especially in the south of the country. There may be some fleeting rainfall and increased winds, but they are not so intense as to complicate a visit.
A visit during the winter months (November through March) can cause a bit of difficulty. Increased rains, gusty winds and sometimes snowstorms do not create comfortable conditions for sightseeing, beachcombing and trekking alike. The ski season is underway on the mountain slopes.
Tourist season month by month. Legend
Tourist season - time period with sightseeing-friendly weather (or sunbathing in the case of small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical spread, the most visited places were taken into account and the data were averaged. For selected countries, seasonal holidays were also taken into account, as long as they significantly affect the tourist traffic in this period.
The best time to travel, you can count on very good weather.
A good time to travel, however, sometimes there can be some weather conditions that make the visit a bit difficult.
Travel possible, but it is not the best time. The weather at this time can be very unpredictable, with a tendency to be bad.
Travel is not recommended, the weather at this time can make sightseeing/resting very difficult or even impossible.
Popularity among visitors based on actual visits to popular tourist attractions (based on the average for 8 cities).
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Average temperatures throughout a year for Sarajevo (°F)
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- Bosnia and Herzegovina is largely an Islamic country, so it's worth familiarizing yourself with major Muslim holidays such as Ramadan, which is a moveable holiday and during which there may be slight disruptions to stores and restaurants.
Season and weather by month
April - May
Apr | May |
The spring months herald melt-offs and higher temperatures that settle between 15°C and 20°C. Despite the fleeting rainfall and blowing winds, it is a good time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina. It's still too early for sunbathing and swimming in the seaside resorts (including Neum), but you can explore the cities and make round trips without much concern about the aura.
The awakening nature invites you to visit the Sutjeska and Kozara National Parks and go hiking.
Holidays and observances in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- 18 Apr 2025 - Orthodox Good Friday
- 20 Apr 2025 - Catholic Easter Sunday
- 20 Apr 2025 - Orthodox Easter Sunday
- 21 Apr 2025 - Catholic Easter Monday
- 21 Apr 2025 - Orthodox Easter Monday
- 01 May 2025 - Labour Day
- 02 May 2025 - Labour Day Holiday
- 09 May 2025 - Victory Day
June - August
Jun | Jul | Aug |
The warm and sunny summer months are the best time to visit. The temperature stays between 20°C and 30°C, and it can be even warmer in the south. Days full of sunshine and cloudless skies guarantee ideal weather for sightseeing and relaxing on the Adriatic Sea. The seaside resorts and bathing beaches in Neum attract lovers of beachcombing, sea bathing and water sports. This is a very good time for mountain hiking and climbing in the higher reaches of the Dinaric Mountains.
Holidays and observances in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- 06 Jun 2025 - Kurban Bajram
- 28 Jun 2025 - St Vitus Day
September - October
Sep | Oct |
The autumn months bring cool and humid air. Despite gusty winds and increased rainfall, you can still count on plenty of sunshine. The weather can be capricious and unpredictable, but it's still a good time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina. It's gradually getting too cold for beachcombing and sea bathing, so this period is especially for those set on exploring the cities and numerous historical sites. Mountain landscapes taking on the colors of autumn encourage walking and longer hikes.
November - March
Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar |
The coldest months of the year, the temperature fluctuates between 8°C and 13°C in the western and southern parts of the country. The semi-northern and eastern regions are colder, as are mountainous areas. Temperatures there drop below 0°C, and there is increased rain and snowfall. Strong winds cause snow blizzards in central and mountainous regions, and storms on the southern coast.
From December to March is the season for winter sports in the Dinaric mountains. Located near Sarajevo, the ski resorts of Jahorina and Bielašnica are besieged by ski enthusiasts.
Holidays and observances in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- 21 Nov 2024 - Dayton Agreement Day
- 25 Nov 2024 - Statehood Day
- 25 Dec 2024 - Catholic Christmas Day
- 01 Jan 2025 - New Year's Day
- 02 Jan 2025 - New Year Holiday
- 06 Jan 2025 - Orthodox Christmas Eve
- 07 Jan 2025 - Orthodox Christmas Day
- 09 Jan 2025 - Republic Day
- 14 Jan 2025 - Orthodox New Year
Sarajevo
Sunday 3 Nov
Humidity
76%Cloud cover
66%Wind speed
5.6 mphChance of rain
0%Sarajevo
Monday 4 NovHumidity
83%Cloud cover
27%Wind speed
4.5 mphChance of rain
0%Sarajevo
Tuesday 5 Nov
Humidity
65%Cloud cover
0%Wind speed
5.2 mphChance of rain
0%Sarajevo
Wednesday 6 NovHumidity
72%Cloud cover
50%Wind speed
5 mphChance of rain
0%Sarajevo
Thursday 7 NovHumidity
70%Cloud cover
67%Wind speed
4 mphChance of rain
0%Climate and Average Weather in Bosnia and Herzegovina
General weather conditions each month by city.
Weather Map
The icons next to the month name indicate the convenience of the date for visiting the selected area/territory/ country. They are only a suggestion and should not be used as the final criterion for selecting your travel date. The season is defined as the time period with the weather favorable for sightseeing (or sunbathing - small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical range, the most touristic places were included.
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