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Weather & Climate in Prčanj, Montenegro
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Prčanj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 385/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4575°N, 18.7422°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Podgorica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,332 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 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 141 km | 20 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 55 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 51 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 88 km | 4 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 128 km | 14 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 49 km | 21 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 70 km | 23 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 128 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 123 km | 3 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 109 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 | 56 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 8 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 143 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 6.3 in |
Prčanj has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (1.5").