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Samokov, North Macedonia
Makedonski Brod · North Macedonia
Samokov is a small town in Makedonski Brod, North Macedonia with a population of 1,429. Elevation: 1,926 ft (587 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Samokov
Samokov is a town in Sofia Province in the southwest of Bulgaria. It is in the Samokov Valley between the mountain ranges of Rila, Vitosha, and Sredna Gora, 55 kilometres from the capital Sofia. Due to the suitable winter sports conditions, Samokov, together with the nearby resort Borovets, is a major tourist centre.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,429 |
| Population Density | 277 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,926 ft (587 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.6833°, 21.1463° |
| Timezone | Europe/Skopje |
| Country | 🇲🇰 North Macedonia |
| State / Province | Makedonski Brod |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.6 inches (803 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.4 inches (21 cm) |
About Samokov
Samokov is a small town in North Macedonia (Makedonski Brod) with a population of 1,429. The city sits at an elevation of 1,926 feet (587 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Skopje.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below North Macedonia avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,926 ft (587 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6833°N, 21.1463°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Skopje |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 92 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.3 in |
Samokov has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 29°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and August the driest (1.8").
Schools in Samokov
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kliment Ohridski AEMS | - | - | - | - |
| Kliment Ohridski AEMS | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Samokov
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Fortuna 96.8 Skopje, Macedonia | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jazz FM | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Antenna 5 Macedonia | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Meff | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star Radio (Live) Skopje, Macedonia | exyu, macedonian pop | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Radio Bubamara 105.2 Skopje, Macedonia | exyu, macedonian pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Star Radio (Ex-YU Retro) Skopje, Macedonia | exyu | AAC 384 kbps | |
| Star Radio (Plus) Skopje, Macedonia | macedonian pop, serbian pop | AAC+ 384 kbps | |
| Sky Radio Hits Skopje, Macedonia | hits, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sky Radio 102.5 Skopje, Macedonia | exyu, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Samo MK | macedonian contemporary, macedonian jazz | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Club Radio - Skopje, Mcedonia | dance, house | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kanal 103 | alternative, dance | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Fortuna 96.8 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Life Radio 89.1 Macedonia | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Samokov
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Western Macedonia in the War of National Liberation |
Libraries in Samokov
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dom Na Kultura 25 Maj | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Samokov
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Montenegro | |||||
| Montenegro 1 | |||||
| Градски пазар |
Hotels in Samokov
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Samokov
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Samokov
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Samokov
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brezovica (Brezovicë) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Samokov
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport | OHD | Large Airport |
| Skopje International Airport | SKP | Large Airport |
| Kukës International Airport | KFZ | Medium Airport |
| Kumanovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Logovardi Sport Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Malo Konjari Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stenkovec Brazda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Veles Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Samokov
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Samokov 6535 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samokov
38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ascension of Christ | |
| Dormition of Holy Virgin | |
| Holy Mother of God | |
| Holy Salvation | |
| Holy Salvation | |
| Holy Salvation | |
| Holy Transfiguration | |
| Nativity of the Holy Mother of God | |
| St. Archangel Michael | |
| St. Archangel Michael | |
| St. Archangel Michael | |
| St. Athanasius | |
| St. Athanasius the Great | |
| St. Athanasius The Great | |
| St. Constantine and Hellen | |
| St. Cosmas and Damian;St. Eliyah | |
| St. Domenica | |
| St. Eliyah | |
| St. Eliyah | |
| St. George |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in North Macedonia
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Samokov?
Samokov has a population of 1,429 residents and is located in North Macedonia. The population density is 277 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samokov?
Samokov has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.