Weather & Climate in Shaptej, Serbia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shaptej experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,611 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,611 ft (491 m) |
| Area | 168.3 sq mi (435.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4986°N, 20.3789°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Belgrade |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,470 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 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km WSW of Shijak, Albania | M5.6 | 147 km | 20 km |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia | M5.5 | 113 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 147 km | 16 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 17 km S of Kukës, Albania | M5.3 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 48 km | 4 km |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia | M5.2 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 2020 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 12 km NW of Vorë, Albania | M5.1 | 134 km | 14 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 123 km | 23 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 111 km | 21 km |
| Sep 11, 2016 | 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia | M5.1 | 106 km | 13 km |
| Dec 22, 1999 | 19 km NNE of Peshkopi, Albania | M5.1 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Jan 8, 2009 | 3 km NNW of Vrutok, North Macedonia | M4.9 | 86 km | 18 km |
| Apr 8, 2017 | 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania | M4.8 | 84 km | 28 km |
| Sep 21, 2019 | 3 km SW of Shijak, Albania | M4.8 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 103 km | 3 km |
| Nov 30, 2000 | 9 km N of Rubik, Albania | M4.8 | 87 km | 14 km |
| Jan 15, 2023 | 10 km SW of Klos, Albania | M4.7 | 121 km | 17 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 | 106 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 130 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 4.0 in |
Shaptej has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 34°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (2.1").