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Počitelj, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Federation of B&H · Bosnia and Herzegovina

Počitelj is a small town in Federation of B&H, Bosnia and Herzegovina with a population of 799. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

799 Population 7/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
41.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sarajevo Timezone

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About Počitelj

Počitelj

Počitelj is a settlement and a historic village in the Čapljina, Bosnia and Herzegovina. It's part of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its walled nucleus is protected National Monument of Bosnia and Herzegovina and an open-air museum. The settlement is situated on the left bank of the river Neretva, on the main road Mostar-Metković.

People

Population799
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Population799
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates43.1343°, 17.7334°
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo
Country🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
State / ProvinceFederation of B&H
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation41.8 inches (1,061 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Počitelj

Počitelj is a small town in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Federation of B&H) with a population of 799. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sarajevo.

Climate in Počitelj

Počitelj has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1454 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.1°C / 43°F 2.8° / 9.3° 140.5
Feb 7.4°C / 45°F 3.2° / 11.5° 120.7
Mar 11°C / 52°F 6.1° / 15.8° 112.4
Apr 14.6°C / 58°F 9.2° / 19.9° 126.5
May 19.2°C / 67°F 13.4° / 25° 89.7
Jun 23.5°C / 74°F 17.3° / 29.7° 71.3
Jul 26.3°C / 79°F 19.8° / 32.8° 54.3
Aug 26.8°C / 80°F 20.2° / 33.4° 61.8
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 15.8° / 27.2° 142.9
Oct 16.6°C / 62°F 11.7° / 21.5° 144.5
Nov 11.4°C / 53°F 7.6° / 15.1° 191.5
Dec 7°C / 45°F 4° / 9.9° 198.3
Počitelj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above Bosnia and Herzegovina avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area110.6 sq mi (286.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates43.1343°N, 17.7334°W
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.8"
10% above Bosnia and Herzegovina avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.35"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,056 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 1, 2025.

Sep 5, 1996 9 km ESE of Podgora, Croatia M6.0 40 km
Apr 22, 2022 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.7 37 km
Nov 27, 1990 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia M5.6 119 km
Sep 17, 1996 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia M5.5 31 km
Mar 14, 2024 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.4 80 km
Sep 9, 1996 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia M5.3 42 km
Sep 28, 1995 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia M5.2 67 km
Apr 3, 1990 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.1 42 km
Nov 27, 1990 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia M5.1 122 km
May 23, 2004 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.0 38 km
Sep 5, 1996 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia M4.9 36 km
Nov 18, 2013 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia M4.9 92 km
Jul 31, 1990 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.9 14 km
Apr 24, 2022 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.8 35 km
Aug 2, 2003 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia M4.7 14 km
May 22, 1994 14 km NNW of Orebi?, Croatia M4.7 52 km
Jul 15, 1995 25 km WSW of Ston, Croatia M4.7 50 km
Feb 13, 1994 7 km NE of Nikši?, Montenegro M4.7 109 km
Oct 30, 1992 9 km ENE of Cetinje, Montenegro M4.7 132 km
Jun 7, 1992 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.7 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.7 m (6 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1780 BAY OF KOTOR Earthquake 1.7 m 119 km
1962 DALMATIAN COASTS Earthquake 0.0 m 1 55 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
March 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
May 67°F (19°C) 2.8 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 78°F (26°C) 2.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in
November 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 4.8 in

Počitelj has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Počitelj

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Područna škola Šuškovo Naselje
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Radio Stations near Počitelj

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radiopostaja Mir - Međugorje catholic, christian MP3 192 kbps
Drama radio Dubrovnik (HR) news talk, pop music AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Čapljina various MP3 96 kbps
Radio Grude misc MP3 192 kbps
Radio Ljubuški MP3 96 kbps
Soundset Ragusa (HR) dubrovnik, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Počitelj

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arheološki muzej Narona
Franjevačka galerija
Franjevačka riznica
Humac museum
JU Radimlja Stolac
Kajtaz House
Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
Makova hiža
MuM
Museum of War and Genocide Victims 1992 - 1995
Museum of War and Genocide Victims 1992-1995
Muslibegovic House
Muzej Hercegovine Mostar
Muzej HVO
Naša majka art galery
Old bridge Museum
Ottoman house
Prirodoslovni muzej
Šarića kuća
Tabak museum & restaurant
The Hamam Museum
Velagićevina
War Photography Exhibition
Zavičajna kuća Hutovo

Libraries in Počitelj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gradska biblioteka0.0
Gradska knjižnica0.0
Gradska knjižnica0.0
Gradska knjižnica Čitluk0.0
Gradska knjižnica Metković0.0
Knjižnica Studentskog centra0.0
Županijska Narodna knjižnica0.0

Farmers Markets in Počitelj

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ERS Comerce
Gradska tržnica
Gradska tržnica
GRIČ Rasvjeta
market of domestic products
Mostar Marketplace
Odiseja 97
Pijaca Vrapčići
Poljopromet
Tepa
Tržnica na malo
Tržnica na veliko

Restaurants in Počitelj

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bistro Stari Grad
Cikola
Restaurant Počitelj
Restoran Počitelj

Castles in Počitelj

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Počitelj Citadel
Počitelj Citadel

Train Stations in Počitelj

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Šurmanci

Gas Stations in Počitelj

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

INA
Rebac Benz

Stadiums & Teams in Počitelj

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Počitelj

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dubrovnik Ruđer Bošković AirportDBVLarge Airport
Mostar International AirportOMOLarge Airport
Sarajevo International AirportSJJLarge Airport

Treatment Centers in Počitelj

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Sportsko-rehabilitacijski centar Korak
Život

Churches & Religious Organizations in Počitelj

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Crkva milosrdnog Isusa
Crkva svete Obitelji
crkva svetog Josipa Radnika
Šišman Ibrahim Paša Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sarajevo
Elevation
99 m (325 ft)
Website
capljina.ba/

🇧🇦 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 Počitelj

What is the population of Počitelj?

Počitelj has a population of 799 residents and is located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 110.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Počitelj?

Počitelj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches.

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