Weather & Climate in Junik, Serbia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Junik experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,814 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,814 ft (553 m) |
| Area | 69.5 sq mi (180.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4758°N, 20.2772°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Belgrade |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,540 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 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 141 km | 20 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 111 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 140 km | 16 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 62 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 39 km | 4 km |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia | M5.2 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 40 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 102 km | 21 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 127 km | 14 km |
| Sep 11, 2016 | 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia | M5.1 | 112 km | 13 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 115 km | 23 km |
| Jul 9, 2010 | 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania | M4.9 | 147 km | 22 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 88 km | 18 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 101 km | 3 km |
| Apr 8, 2017 | 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania | M4.8 | 78 km | 28 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km SW of Shijak, Albania | M4.8 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 80 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 | 98 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 122 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 4.3 in |
Junik has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 32°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.2").