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Veles, North Macedonia
Veles · North Macedonia
Veles is a mid-size city in Veles, North Macedonia with a population of 57,873. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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About Veles
Veles is a city in the central part of North Macedonia on the Vardar river. The city of Veles is the seat of Veles Municipality. Veles is the seventh largest Macedonian city with a total population of 40,664. The largest cities in the proximity of Veles are: Skopje – the capital and the largest city of North Macedonia – 54 km in the northwest direction, Štip 43 km to the east, Sveti Nikole 34 km to the northeast, Prilep 79 km in the southwest direction, and Kavadarci and Negotino 43 km and 40 km respectively to the southeast. Veles is on the crossroad of important international road and rail lines. For all these reasons, Veles is considered to have a good geolocation within North Macedonia.
People
Climate
| Population | 57,873 |
| Population Density | 2,019 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.7172°, 21.7720° |
| Timezone | Europe/Skopje |
| Country | 🇲🇰 North Macedonia |
| State / Province | Veles |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.0 inches (457 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.7 inches (7 cm) |
About Veles
Veles is a mid-size city in North Macedonia (Veles) with a population of 57,873. The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet (207 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Skopje.
Climate in Veles
Veles has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 527 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below North Macedonia avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 28.7 sq mi (74.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,019/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7172°N, 21.7720°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Skopje |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | — | — | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 1.6 in |
Veles has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Veles
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| С.С.О.У 'Коле Неделковси' | College | — | — |
Schools in Veles
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Музичко О.У. “Киро Димов“ | — | — | — | — |
| Гимназија „Кочо Рацин“ | — | — | — | — |
| О.У. Блаже Конески | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Veles
20 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Radio (BG) | aac, dance | AAC 128 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| Metropolis Radio Network | club, electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Канал 77 Радио Мрежа | pop music | 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 | |
| Radio Fortuna 96.8 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kanal 103 | alternative, dance | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Club Radio - Skopje, Mcedonia | dance, house | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Samo MK | macedonian contemporary, macedonian jazz | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Sky Radio 102.5 Skopje, Macedonia | exyu, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sky Radio Hits Skopje, Macedonia | hits, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star Radio (Plus) Skopje, Macedonia | macedonian pop, serbian pop | AAC+ 384 kbps | |
| Star Radio (Ex-YU Retro) Skopje, Macedonia | exyu | AAC 384 kbps | |
| Radio Bubamara (RS) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Life Radio 89.1 Macedonia | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Life 106.3 (GR) | greek, mainstream | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Veles
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial ossuary | ||||
| Народен Музеј |
Libraries in Veles
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Бели Мугри | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Veles
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Астра | |||||
| Градски пазар отворен | |||||
| Сарамзалино | |||||
| Твинс |
Hotels in Veles
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Veles
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Veles
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Veles
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Veles
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Veles
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Veles
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Veles
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Veles
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Veles
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Veles
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Center Mihajlovo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Veles
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Skopje International Airport | SKP | Large Airport |
| Krivolak Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kumanovo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Logovardi Sport Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Malo Konjari Sport Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Peshirovo Sveti Nikole Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ponikva Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Radnja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stenkovec Brazda Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Štip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Suchevo Recreational Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Veles Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Veles
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Black Mosque | |
| Манастир „Свети Димитрија“ | |
| Св. Јован Крстител | |
| Св. Јован Крстител | |
| Св. Кирил и Методиј | |
| Св. Недела | |
| Св. Никола | |
| Св. Пантелејмон | |
| Св. Петка | |
| Св. Спас | |
| Свети Пантелејмон | |
| Успение на Пресвета Богородица |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in North Macedonia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Veles
What is the population of Veles?
Veles has a population of 57,873 residents and is located in North Macedonia. The population density is 2,019 people per square mile, spread across 28.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Veles?
Veles has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.