Weather & Climate in Vareš, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Vareš experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,772 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,772 ft (845 m) |
| Area | 150.6 sq mi (390.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1644°N, 18.3283°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
886 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 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 140 km | 24 km |
| Sep 29, 1998 | 12 km W of Ljig, Serbia | M5.5 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 138 km | 16 km |
| Apr 30, 1999 | 14 km WSW of Ljig, Serbia | M5.4 | 139 km | 14 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 112 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 130 km | 20 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 11 km W of Kneževo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Aug 25, 1995 | 5 km NW of Požega, Croatia | M4.9 | 145 km | 24 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Mar 23, 2004 | 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia | M4.8 | 149 km | 3 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 60 km | 19 km |
| Mar 22, 2006 | 23 km SSW of Ljig, Serbia | M4.8 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Aug 30, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Mramor, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 55 km | 7 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 53 km | 11 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Dec 13, 1995 | 9 km W of Živinice, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 95 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1962 | DALMATIAN COASTS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 138 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.6 in |
Vareš has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 30°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.6").