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Weather & Climate in Petnjica, Montenegro
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Petnjica has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 288 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 41.8 inches. The area receives 75.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,323 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,323 ft (708 m) |
| Area | 276.8 sq mi (717.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9097°N, 19.9636°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Podgorica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,210 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 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Sep 29, 1998 | 12 km W of Ljig, Serbia | M5.5 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 104 km | 16 km |
| Apr 30, 1999 | 14 km WSW of Ljig, Serbia | M5.4 | 142 km | 14 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 59 km | 4 km |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia | M5.2 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 132 km | 23 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 29 km | 10 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 110 km | 21 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 143 km | 18 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 118 km | 14 km |
| Apr 8, 2017 | 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania | M4.8 | 122 km | 28 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 46 km | 3 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Oct 30, 1992 | 9 km ENE of Cetinje, Montenegro | M4.7 | 95 km | 27 km |
| Feb 13, 1994 | 7 km NE of Nikši?, Montenegro | M4.7 | 79 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 | 110 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 111 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.6 in |
Petnjica has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 29°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.6").