Skopje vs Belgrade

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Skopje edges ahead as the better destination in January. Skopje offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Belgrade sees 5 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.

Skopje is on the cooler side at 6°C, requiring warmer clothing. Belgrade is cooler at 4°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Skopje is the stronger choice in January. Skopje receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Skopje reaches an average high of 6°C (43°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Belgrade averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -3°C (27°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Skopje receives approximately 46 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Belgrade sees 45 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Skopje the drier option by 1 rain day and 1 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.