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Weather & Climate in Šavnik, Montenegro
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Šavnik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The area receives 15.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,766 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 44.0°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,766 ft (843 m) |
| Area | 213.5 sq mi (553.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9569°N, 19.0961°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Podgorica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,257 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 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 33 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 86 km | 4 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 118 km | 23 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 71 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 92 km | 21 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Apr 8, 2017 | 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania | M4.8 | 145 km | 28 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 64 km | 3 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 135 km | 14 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 129 km | 19 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 | 96 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 67 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 4.6 in |
Šavnik has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 28°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.6").