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Weather & Climate in Jelsa, Croatia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jelsa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 605/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1614°N, 16.6931°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,263 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 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 77 km | 24 km |
| Mar 27, 2021 | 55 km N of Peschici, Italy | M5.5 | 95 km | 7 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 2003 | 51 km W of Komiža, Croatia | M5.5 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Mar 27, 2003 | 62 km W of Komiža, Croatia | M5.0 | 110 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 58 km | 20 km |
| Apr 1, 2003 | 70 km W of Komiža, Croatia | M4.8 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 1990 | 10 km NNE of Isole Tremiti, Italy | M4.7 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2007 | 22 km S of Sali, Croatia | M4.7 | 139 km | 3 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 | 36 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in |
Jelsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 46°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.0").