The climate of Mrkonjić Grad
Mrkonjić Grad, situated in
Bosnia and Herzegovina, falls under the Köppen climate classification of Cfb, commonly known as Marine West Coast climate with warm summers. Throughout the year, the weather patterns revolve around this primary climatological characteristic. There is relative temperature uniformity, with average monthly maximum temperatures oscillating from 3.8°C (38.8°F) to 27.5°C (81.5°F), and minimums ranging from -2.6°C (27.3°F) to 13.6°C (56.5°F).
A salient part of this seasonal progression is the incremental ticking of the relative humidity scale. Starting from 67% in
August, it gradually increases to peak at 87% in
January. This humidity is accompanied by an escalation in both rain and snowfall. Annually, precipitation shows a mildly erratic pattern. It hovers between a minimum of 38mm (1.5") in August to a maximum of 102mm (4.02") in
May, while snowfall totals a high of 213mm (8.39") in January and a low of no snowfall from May to
September.
However, daylight and sunshine hours show an inversely proportional relationship with atmospheric components. Daylight hours are maximized at 15.5 in
June and dwindled to their shortest duration of 8.9 in
December. Sunshine hours, however, are most substantial in
July with 11.1 hours, though drop to their lowest extent in January and
February with just 4.4 hours. The year-round presence of wind, ranging from 6.1km/h (3.8mph) to 8.1km/h (5mph), adds another dimension to the local climatic conditions.
The best time to visit Mrkonjić Grad
The optimal time for a visit to
Mrkonjić Grad would fall in the summer months from
June to
August. During this time, the temperature ranges between an average low of 11.8°C (53.2°F) to a delightful high of 27.5°C (81.5°F). Also, the relative humidity tends to stay on the lower side, with readings of between 70% to 76%. In terms of precipitation, these months are substantially dry, with rainfall amounts fluctuating between 38mm (1.5") to 78mm (3.07"). High amounts of daylight and sunshine further enhance the appeal of this period, with daylight hours exceeding 14.8 hours per day and sunshine hours hitting a peak of 11.1 hours in
July.
The worst time to visit Mrkonjić Grad
The least hospitable months for travel to
Mrkonjić Grad are winter months from
December to
February. These months are characterized by constricting cold temperatures, from a low of -2.6°C (27.3°F) to a high of 5.3°C (41.5°F). In addition, precipitation in the form of snow is relatively high, amounting to 213mm (8.39") in
January. During this period, daylight hours are limited to a range from 8.9 to 10.5 hours per day, with sunshine hours falling to a 5.4-hour daily average in December.
Spring weather in Mrkonjić Grad
Spring in
Mrkonjić Grad, from
March to
May, offers a rest from the cold of winter with temperatures starting from 2.1°C (35.8°F) to 10.8°C (51.4°F) in March, and rise to a range of 5.5°C (41.9°F) to 19.8°C (67.6°F) by May. This period also brings the most generous rainfall at 57mm (2.24") in March, reaching up to 102mm (4.02") in May. As the snow melts away, daylight hours stretch from 11.9 to 14.8 hours, while the sunshine hours grow from 6.7 to 9.5 hours.
Summer weather in Mrkonjić Grad
During summer, from
June to
August,
Mrkonjić Grad experiences warm temperatures from 11.8°C (53.2°F) to 27.5°C (81.5°F), with an appreciable drop in rainfall to 38mm (1.5") by August. In addition, these months boast extended daylight hours from 14.8 to 15.5 hours, and sunshine hours from 9.5 to 11.1 hours. Average wind speed stays moderately comfortable, moving from 6.7km/h (4.2mph) to 6.4km/h (4mph).
Autumn weather in Mrkonjić Grad
Autumn starts in
September with temperatures lingering between 9.8°C (49.6°F) to 21.5°C (70.7°F) and concludes in
November with a range from 4°C (39.2°F) to 11.8°C (53.2°F). Rainfall gravitates between 44mm (1.73") to 45mm (1.77"), while the daylight contracts from 12.5 to 9.6 hours. During these months, sunshine duration also decreases from 9.2 hours in September to 5.7 hours in November.
Winter weather in Mrkonjić Grad
Winter months present a chilly picture with temperatures plummeting from 5.5°C (41.9°F) to -0.7°C (30.7°F) in
December, and reaching a bottommost point in
January with -2.6°C (27.3°F). The prevalence of snow in these months is undeniable, reaching up to 213mm (8.39") in January. Daylight hours shrink from 9.6 to 8.9 hours, and sunshine hours wane from 5.7 to 4.8 hours during this time.
Weather in January
Weather in February
As the calendar turns to
February,
Mrkonjić Grad experiences slight warming, although wintry elements still dominate the weather pattern. The average snowfall decreases from 213mm (8.39") in
January to a lesser 170mm (6.69") in February.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March heralds the arrival of Spring in
Mrkonjić Grad with a significant leap in the average temperature, rising from its winter nadir to reach 10.8°C (51.4°F). As the snowfall decreases dramatically from 170mm (6.69") in
February to 104mm (4.09"), the streets start to clear, welcoming the advent of more outdoor activities.
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Weather in April
April means the full arrival of spring, with temperatures in
Mrkonjić Grad becoming considerably warmer, and the city virtually void of snowy precipitation, dropping from 104mm (4.09") in
March to just 27mm (1.06"). This trend, coupled with an increase in daily sunlight and a decrease in cloud cover, makes this month personify the city’s spring appeal.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May in
Mrkonjić Grad is characterized by a further rise in temperature and is representative of Bosnian late spring conditions. Signs of warming are evident with a clear transition from a chilly 16.4°C (61.5°F) in
April to a more pleasant 19.8°C (67.6°F).
Weather in May » Weather in June
June marks the onset of summer in
Mrkonjić Grad with a substantial rise in temperature, reaching an average high of 24.3°C (75.7°F). The city enjoys the most daylight during this month, meaning more time to enjoy outdoor activities.
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Weather in July
July, the peak of summer, continues to heat up
Mrkonjić Grad with persistently high temperatures, surpassing
June's average to reach 27°C (80.6°F). The city typically experiences the lowest humidity and cloud coverage of the year, contributing to bright, sunny days with an impressive UV index of 6.
Weather in July » Weather in August
The favorable summer weather lingers in
August, with a slight increase in the average maximum temperature to 27.5°C (81.5°F). Despite this warmth, August experiences a modest reduction in daylight hours compared to
July. On the positive side, the UV index drops from 6 to 5, reducing the sun's intensity.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September signals the commencement of Autumn in
Mrkonjić Grad, characterized by a drop in temperature and an increase in rainfall, peaking at 21.5°C (70.7°F) from the
August high of 27.5°C (81.5°F). The city retains a reasonable amount of daylight while experiencing an uptick in relative humidity and cloud coverage.
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Weather in October
October in
Mrkonjić Grad is symptomatic of full-fledged Autumn with temperatures dropping further to an average high of 16.6°C (61.9°F). Another notable shift from
September to October is the marked increase in cloud cover and rainfall, adding a somewhat grayish hue to the skies.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November denotes the advent of Winter in
Mrkonjić Grad with a significant dip in temperatures, as they tumble to a cooler 11.8°C (53.2°F) average. The city witnesses a significant spike in snowfall, ticking up from 5mm (0.2") in
October to 49mm (1.93") in November, slowly drawing the snowy curtain on the city's landscapes.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December, the final stage of the year, pulls
Mrkonjić Grad into the depths of winter. The temperatures plunge further, providing an average high of just 5.5°C (41.9°F). A significant increase in snowfall from
November's 49mm (1.93") to December's 136mm (5.35") blankets the city with a white veneer.
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