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. 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) |
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°E |
| 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").