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Weather & Climate in Kraj, Croatia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kraj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 273 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 34.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 27.8 sq mi (72.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1408°N, 17.2769°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,204 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 | 66 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 95 km | 24 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 2003 | 51 km W of Komiža, Croatia | M5.5 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Mar 27, 2021 | 55 km N of Peschici, Italy | M5.5 | 126 km | 7 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 117 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 32 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 98 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 33 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 68 km | 20 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 71 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 1994 | 14 km NNW of Orebi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 15 km | 29 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 146 km | 11 km |
| Jul 15, 1995 | 25 km WSW of Ston, Croatia | M4.7 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 37 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: 1.7 m (6 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 149 km |
| 1962 | DALMATIAN COASTS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 23 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in |
Kraj has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 43°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (1.3").