Weather & Climate in Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zenica experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 16.6 sq mi (43.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,899/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2017°N, 17.9040°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
873 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 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.6 | 109 km | 24 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1990 | 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia | M5.1 | 107 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Aug 25, 1995 | 5 km NW of Požega, Croatia | M4.9 | 132 km | 24 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 11 km W of Kneževo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2013 | 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia | M4.9 | 103 km | 20 km |
| Aug 30, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Mramor, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 69 km | 7 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 94 km | 19 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 83 km | 11 km |
| May 22, 1994 | 14 km NNW of Orebi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 139 km | 29 km |
| Dec 13, 1995 | 9 km W of Živinice, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 1998 | 6 km W of ?e?ava, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 56 km | 23 km |
| Sep 7, 1996 | 6 km ENE of Ston, Croatia | M4.6 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2009 | 1 km WNW of Gorica, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.6 | 100 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 | 119 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.4 in |
Zenica has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 30°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").