Weather & Climate in Gusinje, Montenegro
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gusinje 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 41.4 inches. The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,031 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,031 ft (924 m) |
| Area | 187.7 sq mi (486.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5619°N, 19.8339°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Podgorica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,443 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2002 | 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo | M5.7 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 138 km | 20 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 128 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 103 km | 16 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 19 km | 4 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 124 km | 14 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 75 km | 21 km |
| Sep 11, 2016 | 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia | M5.1 | 149 km | 13 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 11 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 94 km | 23 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 118 km | 18 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 82 km | 3 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km SW of Shijak, Albania | M4.8 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 79 km | 14 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 | 73 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 87 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 143 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.1 in |
Gusinje has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 27°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.5").