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Janja, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Srpska · Bosnia and Herzegovina

Janja is a small city in Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina with a population of 5,544. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,544 Population 16/sq mi density
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sarajevo Timezone

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About Janja

Janja

Janja is a town in Bijeljina, Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is known as a place where the confluence of the rivers Janja and Drina is situated. It is the only Bosniak community in the municipality and consists of many displaced persons from other parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

People

Population5,544
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Population5,544
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates44.6655°, 19.2469°
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo
Country🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
State / ProvinceSrpska
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (816 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)

About Janja

Janja is a small city in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Srpska) with a population of 5,544. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sarajevo.

Janja experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below Bosnia and Herzegovina avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area346.9 sq mi (898.5 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates44.6655°N, 19.2469°W
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.1"
15% below Bosnia and Herzegovina avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

259 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5.

Sep 29, 1998 12 km W of Ljig, Serbia M5.5 83 km
Apr 30, 1999 14 km WSW of Ljig, Serbia M5.4 85 km
Aug 25, 1995 5 km NW of Požega, Croatia M4.9 149 km
Apr 29, 1991 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.8 63 km
Aug 30, 2019 6 km NNW of Mramor, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.8 57 km
Mar 22, 2006 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia M4.8 98 km
Jun 7, 1992 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.7 98 km
Jun 3, 1990 8 km NNE of Maslovare, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.6 132 km
Feb 26, 1998 6 km W of ?e?ava, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.6 124 km
Jul 27, 2012 4 km SSW of Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.5 122 km
May 19, 2023 5 km E of Srebrenik, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.5 55 km
Mar 8, 2015 16 km S of Valjevo, Serbia M4.4 81 km
May 11, 2006 19 km NW of ?a?ak, Serbia M4.4 104 km
Oct 7, 2016 1 km NNW of Piškorevci, Croatia M4.4 94 km
Oct 19, 1992 9 km W of Olovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.4 87 km
Feb 19, 2024 11 km NNE of Hotonj, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.3 99 km
Jul 21, 2019 4 km SW of Srebrenik, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.2 64 km
Jul 30, 2012 3 km N of Lokvine, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.2 120 km
Aug 18, 1993 6 km SSW of Maslovare, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.2 139 km
Jul 21, 2019 8 km SSE of ?ajni?e, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.2 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 62°F (16°C) 3.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 4.2 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.4 in

Janja has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 33°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Janja

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OŠ "Meša Selimović" - - - -
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Radio Stations near Janja

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio DAŠ folk MP3 128 kbps
Radio "Birač" Milići pop music MP3 128 kbps
DENSOMANIAK Radio (RS) 90s, devedesete MP3 128 kbps
Radio Podrinje (RS) zabavna - narodna MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Janja

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jadar Museum
Muzej jezika i pisma
Muzej Semberije
Muzej Vukovih sabora

Libraries in Janja

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteka "Filip Višnjić"0.0
Biblioteka Vukovog Zavicaja0.0
Biblioteka(arhimandrit Stefan Jovanovic)0.0

Farmers Markets in Janja

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ducan „Vidoje”
Farmers market
Malina
Zelena pijaca

Restaurants in Janja

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant Baja
Restaurant Baja
Sur bife EKO KAMP

Stadiums & Teams in Janja

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Ski Resorts Near Janja

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski centar Igrišta 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Janja

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tuzla International AirportTZLLarge Airport
Bački Jarak Airfield-Small Airport
Bogatić Airfield-Small Airport
Brčko-Brod Airfield-Small Airport
Ciljuge Sport Airfield-Small Airport
Dragon Airfield-Small Airport
Gorice Airfield-Small Airport
Nisici Airfield-Small Airport
Novi Sad / Čenej Airfield-Small Airport
Sport Airfield Popovi-Small Airport
Sremska Mitrovica / Veliki Radinci Airfield-Small Airport
Tuzla Jegin Lug Sport Airfield-Small Airport
Vinkovci Sopot Airfield-Small Airport
Vukovar Borovo Recreational Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Janja

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Atik džamija
Džamija Janja
Džedid džamija
Храм Светог пророка Илије

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sarajevo
Website
janja-bih.at

🇧🇦 About Bosnia and Herzegovina

Capital Sarajevo
Population 3,323,929
Area 51,129 km²
GDP (USD) $27,592,361,498
GDP per capita $8,663
HDI 0.779
Life expectancy 77.9 years
Internet users 83.4%
Urban population 51.6%
Currency BAM (Marka)
Languages Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian
Calling code +387
TLD .ba
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Bosnia and Herzegovina

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nova Godina
Jan 2 New Year's Day Nova Godina
Jan 6 Christmas Eve (Orthodox) Božić (za pravoslavce)
Jan 7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Božić (za pravoslavce)
Mar 1 Independence day Dan nezavisnosti Bosne i Hercegovine
Apr 10 Good Friday Veliki petak
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Vaskrs (Uskrs)
Apr 13 Easter Monday Vaskrsni (Uskrsni) ponedeljak
May 1 May Day / International Workers' Day Praznik rada
May 2 May Day / International Workers' Day Praznik rada
May 9 Victory Day over fascism Dan pobjede nad fašizmom
Nov 21 Day of the establishment of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in BiH Dan uspostavljanja Opšteg okvirnog sporazuma za mir u BiH
Nov 25 Statehood Day Dan državnosti Bosne i Hercegovine
Dec 24 Christmas Eve (Roman Catholic) Božić (za rimokatolike)
Dec 25 Christmas Day (Roman Catholic) Božić (za rimokatolike)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Janja

What is the population of Janja?

Janja has a population of 5,544 residents and is located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 346.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Janja?

Janja has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

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