Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina? If you're planning to go to Mostar, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Based on the climate and weather in Mostar, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Mostar, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

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  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina by month

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January

If you vacation in Mostar during January, you may see that it can be brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

February in Mostar can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

If you visit Mostar during March, you will probably find that it is relatively cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

April in Mostar is chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 50% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

If you vacation in Mostar during May, you might find that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

If you are traveling to Mostar in June, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

Traveling to Mostar in July, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

August in Mostar is pretty consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

If you visit Mostar during September, you will probably find that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

If you are traveling to Mostar in October, you will notice that it is mild. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

If you vacation in Mostar during November, you are likely to notice that it is cold. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally around 60 during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

December in Mostar is cold. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are going to go to the must-see Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Mostar tourism authority.

If you see the Old Bridge Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Activities for Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Mostar.

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