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Sarajevo in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Sarajevo in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Sarajevo, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Sarajevo in October 2025

OK Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Sarajevo in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +64°F during the day and approximately 8 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 11 rainy days in the month and around 80 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+18°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
80 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Sarajevo has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Sarajevo in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Sarajevo for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +82°F during the day to a minimum of +39°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +73°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 4% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +70°F.

Is Sarajevo warm or cold in October?

Sarajevo is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +72°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +52°F to +45°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Sarajevo:

Climate in Sarajevo in October

Sarajevo weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+72°F+64°F+52°F
Min. temperature
+32°F+18°F+1°F
Max. temperature
+97°F+82°F+79°F
Rainfall
76 mm80 mm87 mm
Wind
2 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
76%81%83%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1019 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
984
Cloudy days
71111
Rainy days
121110
Snowy days
014

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +72°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +64°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 76 mm to 80 mm. Humidity rises from 76% to 81%. Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 9 sunny days in September to 8 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Sarajevo in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Sarajevo is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Sarajevo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 23% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 33 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Sarajevo wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 49 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Sarajevo?

This is the weather in Sarajevo in October 2023:
1 October
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+71°F
2 October
☀️
+72°F
3 October
☀️
+83°F
4 October
☁️
+75°F
5 October
☀️
+73°F
6 October
☀️
+70°F
7 October
☀️
+74°F
8 October
☀️
+78°F
9 October
☀️
+79°F
10 October
☀️
+75°F
11 October
☀️
+76°F
12 October
☀️
+81°F
13 October
☀️
+80°F
14 October
☀️
+81°F
15 October
🌧️
+63°F
16 October
☀️
+58°F
17 October
☀️
+60°F
18 October
☁️
+67°F
19 October
☁️
+71°F
20 October
☀️
+78°F
21 October
🌧️
+73°F
22 October
☁️
+74°F
23 October
☀️
+75°F
24 October
☁️
+75°F
25 October
☀️
+70°F
26 October
☁️
+71°F
27 October
🌧️
+70°F
28 October
☀️
+68°F
29 October
☀️
+74°F
30 October
☀️
+74°F
31 October
🌧️
+70°F
In October 2023 Sarajevo had 21 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Sarajevo climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Sarajevo in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+58°F) and the highest in 2023 (+65°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 541 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1258 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sarajevo in October:

Is October a good time to visit Sarajevo?

It’s always a good time to visit Sarajevo, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Sarajevo in October?

October has mild temperatures in Sarajevo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Sarajevo rainy in October?

Sarajevo is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Sarajevo in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Sarajevo in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Check out the weather for other cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Monthly weather in Sarajevo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Sarajevo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.