Weather & Climate in Vitez, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Vitez has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,345 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,345 ft (410 m) |
| Area | 61.4 sq mi (159.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 421/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1542°N, 17.7901°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
915 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 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 98 km | 24 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 88 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Aug 25, 1995 | 5 km NW of Požega, Croatia | M4.9 | 136 km | 24 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 11 km W of Kneževo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 92 km | 20 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 103 km | 19 km |
| Aug 30, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Mramor, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 80 km | 7 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 127 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 1994 | 14 km NNW of Orebi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 131 km | 29 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 89 km | 11 km |
| Feb 3, 2018 | 5 km W of Brela, Croatia | M4.6 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Dec 13, 1995 | 9 km W of Živinice, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 2023 | 6 km S of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 98 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 | 110 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.8 in |
Vitez has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 28°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (2.6").