Weather & Climate in Pljevlja, Montenegro
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pljevlja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. The area receives 9.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,533 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-3°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,533 ft (772 m) |
| Area | 519.7 sq mi (1,346.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3567°N, 19.3584°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Podgorica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,063 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 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Sep 29, 1998 | 12 km W of Ljig, Serbia | M5.5 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Apr 30, 1999 | 14 km WSW of Ljig, Serbia | M5.4 | 108 km | 14 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 70 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 114 km | 4 km |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia | M5.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 138 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 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 87 km | 19 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 31 km | 3 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 1992 | 2 km NNE of Tuzi, Montenegro | M4.7 | 108 km | 36 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 | 141 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 116 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-3°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.6 in |
Pljevlja has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 28°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").