Weather & Climate in Barice, Montenegro
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Barice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The area receives 13.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,610 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 42.9°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,610 ft (1,405 m) |
| Area | 141.7 sq mi (367.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0875°N, 19.4850°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Podgorica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,205 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.0.
| Sep 5, 1996 | 9 km ESE of Podgora, Croatia | M6.0 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Sep 29, 1998 | 12 km W of Ljig, Serbia | M5.5 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 66 km | 16 km |
| Apr 30, 1999 | 14 km WSW of Ljig, Serbia | M5.4 | 130 km | 14 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia | M5.2 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 82 km | 4 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 136 km | 23 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 110 km | 21 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 139 km | 14 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 119 km | 19 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 118 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 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 | 113 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 95 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.9 in |
Barice has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 27°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (2.9").