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Weather & Climate in Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sokolac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches. The area receives 9.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,874 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,874 ft (876 m) |
| Area | 281.5 sq mi (729.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9382°N, 18.8008°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
923 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 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Sep 29, 1998 | 12 km W of Ljig, Serbia | M5.5 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 110 km | 16 km |
| Apr 30, 1999 | 14 km WSW of Ljig, Serbia | M5.4 | 105 km | 14 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 128 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 11 km W of Kneževo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 104 km | 3 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 29 km | 19 km |
| Aug 30, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Mramor, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 81 km | 7 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 11 km | 11 km |
| Feb 13, 1994 | 7 km NE of Nikši?, Montenegro | M4.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.7 in |
Sokolac has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 28°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.8").