Weather & Climate in Istok, Serbia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Istok experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. The area receives 8.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Area | 174.9 sq mi (453.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 229/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7808°N, 20.4875°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Belgrade |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,161 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 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 145 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 148 km | 16 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 70 km | 4 km |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia | M5.2 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 53 km | 10 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Sep 11, 2016 | 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia | M5.1 | 119 km | 13 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 149 km | 23 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 133 km | 21 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 113 km | 18 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 118 km | 14 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Apr 8, 2017 | 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania | M4.8 | 116 km | 28 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 84 km | 3 km |
| Mar 26, 2012 | 18 km SE of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M4.7 | 144 km | 17 km |
| Feb 13, 1994 | 7 km NE of Nikši?, Montenegro | M4.7 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Oct 30, 1992 | 9 km ENE of Cetinje, Montenegro | M4.7 | 127 km | 27 km |
| Aug 26, 1992 | 2 km NNE of Tuzi, Montenegro | M4.7 | 104 km | 36 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 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 | 130 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 145 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 3.4 in |
Istok has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 31°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (2.4").