Weather & Climate in Željezno Polje, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Željezno Polje experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,732 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,732 ft (528 m) |
| Area | 134.0 sq mi (347.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3988°N, 17.9410°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
650 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 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 121 km | 24 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 118 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 11 km W of Kneževo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 119 km | 20 km |
| Aug 25, 1995 | 5 km NW of Požega, Croatia | M4.9 | 111 km | 24 km |
| Aug 30, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Mramor, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 54 km | 7 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 96 km | 19 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 94 km | 11 km |
| Jun 3, 1990 | 8 km NNE of Maslovare, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 39 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2011 | 14 km WNW of Hrvace, Croatia | M4.6 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 2023 | 6 km S of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2009 | 1 km WNW of Gorica, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Dec 13, 1995 | 9 km W of Živinice, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 1998 | 6 km W of ?e?ava, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 37 km | 23 km |
| Feb 3, 2018 | 5 km W of Brela, Croatia | M4.6 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jul 27, 2012 | 4 km SSW of Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.5 | 26 km | 10 km |
| Mar 1, 1998 | 4 km SE of Široki Brijeg, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.5 | 118 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 | 140 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.2 in |
Željezno Polje has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 30°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.3").