March 17 is generally a great time to visit Skopje. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Skopje experience.
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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 March 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 13.7°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Skopje in March
Based on historical data for March 17, Skopje typically experiences temperatures between 2.8°C and 13.7°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
13.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.3 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1018.4 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 78% 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
🔴 28 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 42 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 70 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in North Macedonia
Flight Traffic
Moderate
51/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~27
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Skopje
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:44
☀️ Noon
11:44
🌇 Sunset
17:43
⏱️ Daylight
11h 58m
Wind Speed
9.9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
64%
Slightly humid
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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 March 17 averages 13.7°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 84/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Skopje Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Skopje Worth Visiting on March 17?
Planning a trip to Skopje on March 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.7°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 27 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 March 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.2°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to -0.2°C in 2023.