September - November - (Autumn)

The fall months in Macedonia average daily temperatures from 48-79 degrees and can feel chilly with humidity and wind. There are 5-7 days of rain or snow per month and tourism is at its highest making some hotels busy or sold out. The weather tends to be warm from March to November and a great time to visit the great outdoors for hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. The trees and landscapes start to change in October which is also a great time to hike through the ravines of Mavrovo, the Radika, Treska, Babuna, and Malesevo.

Events and Festivals

-Taksirat - end of November - A large music festival held in Skopje with food and drink stalls, workshops, theater performances, films, and lots of great musical performances.

-The Manaki Brothers Film Festival - September - One of the oldest film festivals in the world premiering films from a variety of genres. Set in the beautiful city of Bitola.

-Skopje Jazz Festival - October - Held in Skopje since 1982, the country’s leading music festival drawing in jazz fans from all over the world. The festival features performances by jazz musicians of all genres and exhibits some of the world’s best jazz music. Dance, drink, eat, and socialize with other jazz enthusiasts.

-Independence Day - September 8th - Macedonian Independence Day, a public holiday commemorating the day when the country gained its freedom from Yugoslavia in 1991. Macedonians take to the streets in a patriotic celebration with concerts, themed dance parties, plays, and processions.