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Weather & Climate in Gacko, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gacko 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. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The area receives 15.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,182 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) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,182 ft (970 m) |
| Area | 284.1 sq mi (735.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1672°N, 18.5353°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,148 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 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 31 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 27 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 69 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 135 km | 4 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 125 km | 21 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 149 km | 23 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 147 km | 20 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 114 km | 19 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 98 km | 3 km |
| Jul 15, 1995 | 25 km WSW of Ston, Croatia | M4.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Oct 30, 1992 | 9 km ENE of Cetinje, Montenegro | M4.7 | 93 km | 27 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
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 | 131 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 88 km |
| 1962 | DALMATIAN COASTS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 117 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 4.6 in |
Gacko has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.7").