Climate Insights for Gostivar

North Macedonia

Hottest
July
26°C peak79°F peak
Coldest
January
-6°C low21°F low
Wettest
May
116 mm rain4.6 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gostivar is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 941 mm of precipitation falls per year. Gostivar receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gostivar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 195cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Gostivar is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 37 in of precipitation falls per year. Gostivar receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gostivar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 21°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 77in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 3°Average: -2°Min: -6°FebMax: 6°Average: 1°Min: -3°MarMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: -1°AprMax: 14°Average: 8°Min: 3°MayMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 6°JunMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 11°JulMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 13°AugMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°SepMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 9°OctMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 5°NovMax: 10°Average: 5°Min: 1°DecMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -3°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 37°FAverage: 29°FMin: 21°FFebMax: 44°FAverage: 35°FMin: 26°FMarMax: 49°FAverage: 39°FMin: 30°FAprMax: 57°FAverage: 47°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 64°FAverage: 54°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 79°FAverage: 67°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 79°FAverage: 67°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 70°FAverage: 59°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 61°FAverage: 50°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 50°FAverage: 42°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 41°FAverage: 34°FMin: 27°F
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Temperatures in Gostivar vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Gostivar vary considerably across the year, with a 58°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 21°F and the daily average is 29°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 59mmFebPrecipitation: 59mmSnow: 32mmMarPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 33mmAprPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 14mmMayPrecipitation: 116mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 51mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 19mmDecPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 31mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 23inFebPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 13inMarPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 13inAprPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 6inMayPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 7inDecPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 12in
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Snow (in)

Gostivar is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 941 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 78 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 116 mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 51 mm. That's 64 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 195cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 59cm.Gostivar is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 37 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.1 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2 in. That's 2.5 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 77in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 23in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Gostivar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Gostivar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°29°F
Feb1°35°F
Mar4°39°F
Apr8°47°F
May12°54°F
Jun17°63°F
Jul20°67°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov5°42°F
Dec1°34°F

The best time to visit Gostivar is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 65 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Gostivar is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 21°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gostivar based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gostivar based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-6 °C21 °F
3 °C37 °F
6 km/h3 mph
97 mm3.8 in
59 cm23 in
Feb
-3 °C26 °F
6 °C44 °F
6 km/h4 mph
59 mm2.3 in
32 cm13 in
Mar
-1 °C30 °F
9 °C49 °F
6 km/h4 mph
88 mm3.5 in
33 cm13 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
14 °C57 °F
5 km/h3 mph
82 mm3.2 in
14 cm6 in
May
6 °C44 °F
18 °C64 °F
5 km/h3 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
23 °C74 °F
5 km/h3 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C49 °F
21 °C70 °F
5 km/h3 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
16 °C61 °F
5 km/h3 mph
61 mm2.4 in
7 cm3 in
Nov
1 °C35 °F
10 °C50 °F
5 km/h3 mph
103 mm4.1 in
19 cm7 in
Dec
-3 °C27 °F
5 °C41 °F
5 km/h3 mph
77 mm3 in
31 cm12 in