Climate Insights for Pljevlja
Pljevlja Municipality, Montenegro
Climate Overview
The climate in Pljevlja is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,361 mm of precipitation falls per year. Pljevlja receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pljevlja is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Pljevlja experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Pljevlja is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 53.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Pljevlja receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pljevlja is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 20°F. Pljevlja experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Pljevlja vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Pljevlja vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 20°F and the daily average is 27°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Pljevlja is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,361 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 152 mm of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 87 mm. That's 65 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Pljevlja receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 384cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 87cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Pljevlja is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 53.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6 in of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 3.4 in. That's 2.6 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Pljevlja receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 151in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 34in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Pljevlja is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Pljevlja is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Pljevlja is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 89 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Pljevlja is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 20°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pljevlja based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pljevlja based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.