Climate Overview
The climate in Pljevlja is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1165mm 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Pljevlja experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Pljevlja vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°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 January and February, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Pljevlja is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1165mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 133mm of rainfall. March and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 60mm. That's 73mm less than May, 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 281cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 60cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Pljevlja is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Pljevlja, which began on June 21, 2026. Pljevlja is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 338mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 312mm across the season with a monthly average of 104mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 232mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Expect around 25cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 283mm for the season, averaging 94mm per month. Expect around 178cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
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 81mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°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.
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.