Weather & Climate in Prizren, Serbia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Prizren experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,355 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,355 ft (413 m) |
| Area | 329.7 sq mi (854.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 447/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2139°N, 20.7397°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Belgrade |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,656 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Sep 1, 1994 | 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia | M5.8 | 121 km | 14 km |
| Apr 24, 2002 | 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo | M5.7 | 65 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 140 km | 20 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 86 km | 3 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania | M5.4 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 43 km | 10 km |
| Sep 1, 1994 | 8 km NW of Kukure?ani, North Macedonia | M5.2 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 79 km | 4 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 44 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Sep 11, 2016 | 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia | M5.1 | 66 km | 13 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 129 km | 14 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 138 km | 23 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 133 km | 21 km |
| Jul 9, 2010 | 7 km SE of Krrabë, Albania | M4.9 | 130 km | 22 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 47 km | 18 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 89 km | 14 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 145 km | 3 km |
| Mar 31, 1992 | 2 km SW of Resen, North Macedonia | M4.8 | 128 km | 13 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 | 127 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
| 1270 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 145 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 3.4 in |
Prizren has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 33°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and August the driest (1.9").