Weather & Climate in Bila, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bila experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. The area receives 10.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,402 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 47.3°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,402 ft (732 m) |
| Area | 554.1 sq mi (1,435.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7827°N, 16.9268°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,234 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 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 25 km | 24 km |
| Mar 29, 2003 | 51 km W of Komiža, Croatia | M5.5 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 26 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 55 km | 10 km |
| Mar 27, 2003 | 62 km W of Komiža, Croatia | M5.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 11 km W of Kneževo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 14 km | 20 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 106 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 1994 | 14 km NNW of Orebi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 78 km | 29 km |
| Jul 15, 1995 | 25 km WSW of Ston, Croatia | M4.7 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2007 | 22 km S of Sali, Croatia | M4.7 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Mar 26, 1996 | 6 km NW of Starigrad, Croatia | M4.7 | 138 km | 33 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 | 56 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 4.4 in |
Bila has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 31°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.2").