Weather & Climate in Bijela, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bijela has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,463 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,463 ft (446 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,742/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6087°N, 17.9508°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,091 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 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 62 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 109 km | 24 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 94 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 50 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 47 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 88 km | 20 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 66 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 11 km W of Kneževo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 106 km | 19 km |
| Aug 30, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Mramor, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 124 km | 7 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 148 km | 3 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 74 km | 11 km |
| Jul 15, 1995 | 25 km WSW of Ston, Croatia | M4.7 | 105 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1962 | DALMATIAN COASTS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 77 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 4.3 in |
Bijela has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (2.7").