Ohrid · WinterMonth summary
Ohrid weather in December
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
3°C – 9°C
🌧 Rainy days
31% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (9.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Ohrid in December?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: December brings a challenging climate (4.6/10). July offers milder conditions if your dates are flexible.
By trip type
Ohrid in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
🎯 Low season — lowest prices and frequent accommodation deals Winter in Ohrid is cool (9°C during the day). Days are short (8.1h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 1°C | 7°C | 37% | 3.1 | 7.9h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 3°C | 9°C | 25% | 1.9 | 9.5h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 4°C | 11°C | 37% | 2.6 | 10.5h | 5.4/10 |
| ⛅ April | 7°C | 16°C | 37% | 2.4 | 12.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 11°C | 19°C | 42% | 2.7 | 12.9h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 16°C | 25°C | 30% | 1.8 | 14.2h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ July | 19°C | 28°C | 16% | 0.9 | 14.1h | 9.6/10 |
| ☀️ August | 18°C | 28°C | 23% | 1.3 | 13.0h | 9.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 15°C | 24°C | 27% | 1.9 | 11.1h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 11°C | 18°C | 23% | 1.8 | 10.2h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ November | 7°C | 13°C | 39% | 4.2 | 8.0h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 3°C | 9°C | 31% | 2.6 | 8.1h | 4.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Ohrid averages 9°C, 31% rainy days and 8.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.6/10.
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Comparison
December vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 9.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +19°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -15%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +6.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Ohrid in December
Is December a good time to visit Ohrid?
December is not recommended for Ohrid (score 4.6/10). With 31% rainy days and 8.1h of sunshine, consider July (9.6/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Ohrid in December?
It's cool with 9°C daytime and 3°C at night. 8.1h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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