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Weather & Climate in Bela Palanka, Serbia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bela Palanka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 279 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 35.4 inches. The area receives 45.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 958 ft (292 m) |
| Area | 199.6 sq mi (517.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2183°N, 22.3111°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Belgrade |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
288 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Apr 24, 2002 | 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo | M5.7 | 111 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2012 | Serbia-Bulgaria-Macedonia border region | M5.6 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia | M5.2 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1991 | 30 km ENE of Lapovo, Serbia | M4.8 | 135 km | 67 km |
| Jul 14, 2012 | 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria | M4.6 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Oct 7, 2010 | 8 km WNW of Rajince, Serbia | M4.6 | 108 km | 3 km |
| May 22, 2012 | 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria | M4.6 | 92 km | 7 km |
| May 29, 2012 | 8 km SSE of Breznik, Bulgaria | M4.5 | 80 km | 15 km |
| May 22, 2012 | 5 km E of Pernik, Bulgaria | M4.5 | 94 km | 14 km |
| Sep 26, 1996 | 10 km SW of Lapovo, Serbia | M4.5 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Prokuplje, Serbia | M4.4 | 55 km | 0 km |
| Apr 24, 2002 | 5 km ESE of Gjilan, Kosovo | M4.3 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Oct 11, 2010 | 5 km SSE of Ranilug, Kosovo | M4.3 | 102 km | 3 km |
| Apr 24, 2002 | 4 km ENE of Ranilug, Kosovo | M4.3 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Dec 16, 1994 | 15 km NNE of Jagodina, Serbia | M4.3 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jun 12, 2023 | 9 km WSW of Paraćin, Serbia | M4.2 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Oct 4, 1998 | 19 km ENE of Raška, Serbia | M4.2 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1996 | 8 km N of Zubin Potok, Kosovo | M4.2 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2016 | 6 km S of Turija, Serbia | M4.2 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Apr 25, 2022 | 6 km SW of Kocherinovo, Bulgaria | M4.2 | 143 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
Bela Palanka has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 33°F in December to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.6").