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Ohrid

Decide whether to visit or live in Ohrid, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.

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Updated Sunday, November 1, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Would you visit or live in Ohrid?

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Interactive visit / live calculatorHow safe is Ohrid for your plan?
66/100
Should I visit Ohrid?

Suitable with normal precautions

Travelers are advised to check the latest information on wait times when travelling to and from the Schengen area from North Macedonia.

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  • Current official alerts require extra planning
  • Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
  • Political stability: North Macedonia is a stable parliamentary democracy.
  • Crime: Low levels of violent crime in Ohrid, typical of tourist centres.
  • Health: Standard EU‑level medical facilities are available; routine travel insurance is recommended.
  • Travel logistics: Possible delays at border controls when entering Schengen countries.

The score combines dated official-advisory wording, weather, air quality, sourced local context, and your selections. It does not predict crime or individual outcomes. Check local authorities and professional advice before a safety-critical decision.

Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Ohrid month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Ohrid are typically June, July and September, with average daytime highs around 23–28°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 28°C), January the coldest (average low 0°C), and November the wettest (about 125 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January6.20.2976.4
February8.81.8537.9
March11.23.7798.7
April15.47.07110.6
May19.211.28411.6
June24.816.05313.4
July28.118.62813.8
August28.018.53912.7
September23.214.85710.7
October17.910.3549.1
November12.76.61256.5
December8.22.8796.6

Google News pulse · checked with SearXNG

What is being reported around Ohrid

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No recent story passed both checks.

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Current local index

People and places shaping Ohrid

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Research updated Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Dates that matter

Past and future events in Ohrid

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No future event in Ohrid currently has a sufficiently reliable date and source. This is checked again on every refresh.

Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Avioimpex Flight 110 crash

    On 20 November 1993 the Avioimpex flight crashed near Ohrid, killing all 116 people on board.

  2. Battle of Ohrid (1464)

    From 14–15 September 1464, 12,000 Albanian troops and 1,000 Venetians defeated a 14,000‑man Ottoman force near Ohrid.

Current public leadership

  • Nikola Bakracheski

    Wikidata currently records this person as Ohrid's head of government. Politician.

People associated with this place

No person with a direct, sourced association to Ohrid has been verified yet.

Historical figures

No historical figure has been extracted from reliable context for Ohrid yet.

Local business and employers

Newspapers and local media

  • Media related to Ohrid at Wikimedia Commons

    Listed by the source as a local media outlet.

Buildings and landmarks

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Interactive geography

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Keep the deeper context

Stable history, culture, districts, and practical reference remain in the main reading flow while the live layers above continue changing.

01 · Overview

Ohrid, in brief

Ohrid is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Ohrid took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Ohrid

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Ohrid

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Ohrid

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Ohrid

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Ohrid

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08 · Questions

Questions about Ohrid

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Atlas FAQ Desk

Frequently Asked Questions about Ohrid

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Ohrid located and what are its coordinates?

Ohrid is situated in North Macedonia at geographic coordinates 41.1170, 20.8017, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Ohrid?

Ohrid has a recorded population of approximately 42,033 and observes the Europe/Skopje time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Ohrid?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Ohrid include MK, SQ, Turkish, RMM, SR, with MKD used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Ohrid?

Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Ohrid, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.