Climate Insights for Gjilan
Municipality of Gjilan / Gnjilane, Anamoravë, Kosovo
Climate Overview
The climate in Gjilan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 841 mm of precipitation falls per year. Gjilan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gjilan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 128cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Gjilan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 33.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Gjilan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gjilan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 26°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 50in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gjilan vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Gjilan vary considerably across the year, with a 58°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 26°F and the daily average is 32°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gjilan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 841 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 70 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 91 mm of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 48 mm. That's 44 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 128cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 37cm.Gjilan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 3.6 in of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1.9 in. That's 1.7 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 50in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14in.
Wind
Gjilan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7km/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.Gjilan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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
The best time to visit Gjilan is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 64 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Gjilan is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 26°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 Gjilan 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 Gjilan 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.