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Weather & Climate in Stolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Stolac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 58.2°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 200 ft (61 m) |
| Area | 108.1 sq mi (280.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0840°N, 17.9600°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,073 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 | 31 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 18 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 137 km | 24 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 27 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 61 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 35 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 143 km | 21 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 55 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 110 km | 20 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 30 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 14 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 145 km | 19 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 146 km | 3 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 15 km | 10 km |
| Feb 13, 1994 | 7 km NE of Nikši?, Montenegro | M4.7 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 109 km | 11 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 23 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.7 m (6 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | - | 102 km |
| 1962 | DALMATIAN COASTS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 74 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 5.0 in |
Stolac has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (1.9").