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Weather & Climate in Sjenica, Serbia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sjenica has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 97.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,317 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,317 ft (1,011 m) |
| Area | 408.9 sq mi (1,059.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,903/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2731°N, 19.9994°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Belgrade |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
803 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Sep 29, 1998 | 12 km W of Ljig, Serbia | M5.5 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Apr 30, 1999 | 14 km WSW of Ljig, Serbia | M5.4 | 101 km | 14 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 112 km | 16 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 100 km | 4 km |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia | M5.2 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 69 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 146 km | 21 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 22 km | 3 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 119 km | 19 km |
| Feb 13, 1994 | 7 km NE of Nikši?, Montenegro | M4.7 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 114 km | 11 km |
| Oct 30, 1992 | 9 km ENE of Cetinje, Montenegro | M4.7 | 124 km | 27 km |
| Aug 26, 1992 | 2 km NNE of Tuzi, Montenegro | M4.7 | 113 km | 36 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 6 km NE of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M4.6 | 142 km | 23 km |
| Mar 10, 2010 | 6 km E of Istok, Kosovo | M4.6 | 72 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 2011 | 8 km WNW of Risan, Montenegro | M4.6 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jan 8, 2016 | 8 km ENE of Bile?a, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 127 km | 27 km |
| Dec 10, 2013 | 3 km SW of Podgorica, Montenegro | M4.6 | 113 km | 31 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 | 146 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 138 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in |
Sjenica has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 30°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").