Weather by month for Belgrade, the best months to go and how Serbia's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
Apr, Sep, Oct
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 18°C to 24°C · 7–9 rain days
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 22°C to 29°C · 7–13 rain days
Jan, Feb, Dec
The weakest weather of the year: too hot, too cold or too wet.
Highs 5°C to 10°C · 10–12 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / -2°C | 12 days (53 mm) | 5.1 h/day | 2.1/10 |
| February | 10°C / 1°C | 10 days (45 mm) | 6.6 h/day | 3.7/10 |
| March | 13°C / 3°C | 10 days (56 mm) | 8.2 h/day | 5.3/10 |
| Best month: April | 18°C / 7°C | 9 days (46 mm) | 10.1 h/day | 8.0/10 |
| May | 22°C / 13°C | 13 days (83 mm) | 11.1 h/day | 7.4/10 |
| June | 27°C / 17°C | 12 days (89 mm) | 12.3 h/day | 7.3/10 |
| July | 29°C / 19°C | 9 days (68 mm) | 13.2 h/day | 6.8/10 |
| August | 29°C / 19°C | 7 days (52 mm) | 12.1 h/day | 7.0/10 |
| Best month: September | 24°C / 15°C | 8 days (58 mm) | 9.9 h/day | 8.5/10 |
| Best month: October | 19°C / 10°C | 7 days (41 mm) | 8.1 h/day | 8.5/10 |
| November | 12°C / 5°C | 10 days (61 mm) | 5.7 h/day | 4.6/10 |
| December | 7°C / 1°C | 10 days (56 mm) | 4.6 h/day | 2.4/10 |
Figures for Belgrade; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
5°C / -2°C · 12 rain days · 5.1 h sun
Belgrade sits cold in January, with highs near 5°C and lows below freezing at -1.9°C. Rain or snow falls on about 11.5 days, and sunshine is scarce at just 5.1 hours a day. The low score reflects this grey, chilly stretch, though it does cover New Year's Day and Orthodox Christmas on 7 January.
10°C / 1°C · 10 rain days · 6.6 h sun
February stays cool, with highs around 9.7°C and lows just above freezing. Rain days drop slightly to 9.6, and sunshine inches up to 6.6 hours. It scores low overall, but Statehood Day on 16–17 February gives the month some national color amid the lingering winter chill.
13°C / 3°C · 10 rain days · 8.2 h sun
Spring starts to show in March, with highs climbing to 12.9°C and lows around 3.2°C. There are close to 9.8 rain days and sunshine rises to 8.2 hours. The month scores as an okay time to visit, a transition month between winter cold and warmer days ahead.
18°C / 7°C · 9 rain days · 10.1 h sun
April is the top-scoring month, with highs near 17.9°C and lows at a comfortable 7.4°C. Rain falls on about 8.9 days, among the driest of the year, and sunshine reaches 10.1 hours. Easter weekend falls on 10–13 April, adding holiday traffic to an already pleasant stretch.
22°C / 13°C · 13 rain days · 11.1 h sun
May brings warmer air, with highs of 22.2°C, but it's also one of the wetter months, with 13.2 rain days and 83mm of rainfall. Sunshine hours rise to 11.1. The month still scores well for a visit, helped by Labour Day on 1–2 May, despite the occasional downpour.
27°C / 17°C · 12 rain days · 12.3 h sun
June highs reach 26.8°C and lows sit at 17.2°C, making for warm, long days with 12.3 hours of sunshine. Rain still falls on about 11.7 days with 89mm total, the wettest month by volume. It scores well, suiting travellers happy to deal with occasional showers for summer warmth.
29°C / 19°C · 9 rain days · 13.2 h sun
July is hot, with highs of 29.1°C and lows of 18.9°C. Rain days drop to 9.4 and sunshine peaks near 13.2 hours a day. It scores well for a summer visit, though the heat can be intense for those not used to it.
29°C / 19°C · 7 rain days · 12.1 h sun
August is the hottest month, with highs of 29.3°C and lows around 19°C. Rain is lighter, with just 7.1 days and 52mm, and sunshine stays strong at 12.1 hours. The month scores well, good for travellers who like dry heat over humidity.
24°C / 15°C · 8 rain days · 9.9 h sun
September ties for the best score of the year. Highs ease to 24.3°C and lows to 14.6°C, rain falls on just 8.2 days, and sunshine is still generous at 9.9 hours. It's a comfortable shift from summer heat into milder, drier conditions.
19°C / 10°C · 7 rain days · 8.1 h sun
October also scores among the best months, with highs of 18.6°C and lows of 9.6°C. It's the driest month, with only 7.3 rain days and 41mm of rain. Sunshine drops to 8.1 hours as days shorten, but the mild, dry weather makes it an easy time to travel.
12°C / 5°C · 10 rain days · 5.7 h sun
November turns cooler, with highs of 12.1°C and lows close to 4.9°C. Rain returns, with 9.6 days and 61mm, and sunshine falls sharply to 5.7 hours. The month scores as only okay, reflecting the grey transition into winter, with Armistice Day marked on 11 November.
7°C / 1°C · 10 rain days · 4.6 h sun
December is cold and dim, with highs of just 7.1°C and lows below 1°C. Rain or snow falls on about 9.7 days, and sunshine drops to the year's low of 4.6 hours. The score is low, describing short, dark days rather than ruling the month out for those drawn to winter atmosphere.
By trip type
City sightseeing
September, October and April are the best months for city breaks in Belgrade. Daytime highs run from 18 to 24°C, rain falls on only 7 to 9 days a month, and you get 8 to 10 hours of sun a day, which makes walking the streets comfortable.
Hiking & nature
For hiking, pick September, October or April. Highs of 18 to 24°C and lows of 7 to 15°C keep trails from feeling too hot or too cold, and fewer rain days (7 to 9 per month) than in summer mean drier paths.
Events calendar
Public holidays: New Year's Day (1 Jan), New Year's Day (2 Jan), Christmas Day (7 Jan)
Public holidays: Statehood Day (16 Feb), Statehood Day (17 Feb)
Public holidays: Good Friday (10 Apr), Easter Sunday (12 Apr), Easter Monday (13 Apr)
Public holidays: Labour Day (1 May), Labour Day (2 May)
Public holidays: Armistice Day (11 Nov)
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FAQ
Yes, August scores 7 out of 10 and is rated good. Belgrade highs reach 29.3°C with only 7.1 rain days, so expect hot, mostly dry weather. Sun hours sit at 12.1, close to the summer peak, making it a solid choice if you enjoy heat.
Yes, September is one of the best months, scoring 8.5 out of 10. Highs average 24.3°C and lows 14.6°C, which feels warm but not as hot as July or August. Rain drops to just 8.2 days and 58 mm, with 9.9 sun hours a day.
Yes, April is rated best with a score of 8 out of 10. Highs average 17.9°C and lows 7.4°C, giving mild spring weather. Rain days fall to 8.9, fewer than March, and sun hours rise to 10.1, up from 8.2 in March.
No, January scores only 2.1 out of 10 and is rated avoid. Highs average just 5.1°C and lows dip to -1.9°C, with 11.5 rain days, the most of any month. Sun hours are lowest at 5.1, so expect cold, grey conditions.
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