January 15 is generally a great time to visit Skopje. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 5°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Skopje—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Skopje
Currency
MKD
den denar
Language
Macedonian
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.704
Skopje Weather Forecast for January 15
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 5.3°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Skopje in January
Based on historical data for January 15, Skopje typically experiences temperatures between -2.3°C and 5.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Skopje
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
5.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
3.4°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.4 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1022.1 hPa
High volatility
Skopje Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
1.2°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in North Macedonia
Flight Traffic
Moderate
43/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~23
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Skopje
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:01
☀️ Noon
11:44
🌇 Sunset
16:28
⏱️ Daylight
9h 27m
Wind Speed
8.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Skopje
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Skopje on January 15 averages 5.3°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 43/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Skopje Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 17
5.9°C • 15% rain
Score
51
January 18
6.1°C • 17% rain
Score
47
January 8
6.1°C • 18% rain
Score
46
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📍 Is Skopje Worth Visiting on January 15?
Planning a trip to Skopje on January 15? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 5.3°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 23 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for North Macedonia, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 15 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 10.6°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -11.2°C in 2019.