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Poroj, North Macedonia

Tetovo · North Macedonia

Poroj is a small town in Tetovo, North Macedonia with a population of 2,370. Elevation: 1,608 ft (490 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2,370 Population 655/sq mi density
1,608 ft Elevation 490 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Skopje Timezone

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About Poroj

Poroj is a village in the municipality of Tetovo, North Macedonia. It used to be part of the former municipality of Džepčište.

People

Population2,370
Density655/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,608 ft (490 m)
Population2,370
Population Density655 / sq mi
Elevation1,608 ft (490 m)
Coordinates42.0291°, 20.9927°
TimezoneEurope/Skopje
Country🇲🇰 North Macedonia
State / ProvinceTetovo
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.9 inches (51 cm)

About Poroj

Poroj is a small town in North Macedonia (Tetovo) with a population of 2,370. The city sits at an elevation of 1,608 feet (490 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Skopje.

Poroj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 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 32.2 inches. The area receives 19.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,608 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above North Macedonia avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,608 ft (490 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density655/sq mi
Coordinates42.0291°N, 20.9927°W
TimezoneEurope/Skopje

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below North Macedonia avg
Snowfall 19.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.06"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,752 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 27, 2025.

Sep 1, 1994 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia M5.8 96 km
Apr 24, 2002 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo M5.7 60 km
Sep 21, 2019 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania M5.6 144 km
Sep 6, 2009 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia M5.5 79 km
Jan 9, 2022 5 km NNW of Flórina, Greece M5.5 138 km
May 16, 1997 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania M5.4 129 km
Sep 30, 1998 17 km S of Kukës, Albania M5.3 51 km
Sep 1, 1994 8 km NW of Kukure?ani, North Macedonia M5.2 100 km
Jul 10, 2005 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro M5.2 105 km
Jan 28, 2020 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 136 km
Sep 11, 2016 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia M5.1 41 km
Jan 4, 2018 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro M5.1 116 km
Dec 22, 1999 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania M5.1 43 km
Sep 21, 2019 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania M5.1 135 km
Jul 9, 2010 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania M4.9 124 km
Jan 8, 2009 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia M4.9 29 km
Nov 30, 2000 9 km N of Rubik, Albania M4.8 102 km
Sep 21, 2019 3 km SW of Shijak, Albania M4.8 144 km
Apr 8, 2017 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania M4.8 90 km
Mar 31, 1992 2 km SW of Resen, North Macedonia M4.8 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 MONTENEGRO Earthquake 3.0 m 131 147 km
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake 127 km
1270 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
February 26°F (-3°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 32°F (-0°C) 3.2 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
July 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in Driest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in
November 35°F (1°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 28°F (-3°C) 3.7 in

Poroj has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 26°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Poroj

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shkolla fillore "Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu"
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Radio Stations near Poroj

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
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
Kolektiv Radio (XK) AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Poroj

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albanian League of Prizren - 10th June 1878
Bey's Hamam
Museum of the Fortress of Prizren
Muzeu i Elektroekonomisë (Hidroelektrana)
Prizren League Complex

Libraries in Poroj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteka Prizren0.0
Max van der Stoel0.0

Farmers Markets in Poroj

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
CCM Market
City Marketplace
Market "Muhteshimi:
Market "Ylli"
Market Montenegro
Mondi
Montenegro 1
Pazari i Negotines
Zelena pijaca
Градски пазар

Stadiums & Teams in Poroj

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Ski Resorts Near Poroj

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Brezovica (Brezovicë) 0.0 $0

Airports Near Poroj

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Priština Adem Jashari International AirportPRNLarge Airport
Skopje International AirportSKPLarge Airport
Kukës International AirportKFZMedium Airport
Gjakovë Air BaseSmall Airport
Kumanovo AirfieldSmall Airport
Malo Konjari Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Stenkovec Brazda AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Skopje
Elevation
457 m (1,499 ft)
Postal Code
1212

🇲🇰 About North Macedonia

Capital Skopje
Population 2,082,958
Area 25,333 km²
GDP (USD) $15,855,131,189
GDP per capita $8,674
HDI 0.815
Life expectancy 75.3 years
Internet users 87.2%
Urban population 62.3%
Currency MKD (Denar)
Languages Macedonian
Calling code +389
TLD .mk
Driving side right

Public Holidays in North Macedonia

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Нова Година, Nova Godina
Jan 7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Прв ден Божик, Prv den Božik
Apr 10 Good Friday Велики Петок, Veliki Petok
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Прв ден Велигден, Prv den Veligden
Apr 13 Easter Monday Втор ден Велигден, Vtor den Veligden
May 1 Labour Day Ден на трудот, Den na trudot
May 24 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Св. Кирил и Методиј, Ден на сèсловенските просветители
Aug 2 Day of the Republic Ден на Републиката, Den na Republikata
Sep 8 Independence Day Ден на независноста, Den na nezavisnosta
Oct 11 Revolution Day Ден на востанието, Den na vostanieto
Oct 23 Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle Ден на македонската револуционерна борба,Den na makedonskata revolucionarna borba
Dec 8 Saint Clement of Ohrid Day Св. Климент Охридски, Sv. Kliment Ohridski

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Frequently Asked Questions About Poroj

What is the population of Poroj?

Poroj has a population of 2,370 residents and is located in North Macedonia. The population density is 655 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Poroj?

Poroj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches, with 19.9 inches of snow.

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