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Weather & Climate in Kolašin, Montenegro
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kolašin 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. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 14.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,071 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,071 ft (936 m) |
| Area | 346.3 sq mi (897.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8223°N, 19.5165°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Podgorica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,360 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 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 69 km | 16 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 54 km | 4 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 108 km | 23 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 83 km | 21 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 110 km | 14 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 55 km | 3 km |
| Apr 8, 2017 | 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania | M4.8 | 118 km | 28 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 148 km | 19 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 144 km | 10 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 | 85 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 75 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) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.2 in |
Kolašin has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 27°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (2.6").