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Modrac Lake

Lake

Artificial lake in northeastern Bosnia created by a dam on the Spreča River, used for boating, fishing and local recreation; visitors come from nearby towns for water sports.

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Modrac Lake essentials

Address: Modrac Lake (Lake Modrac) area, near Tuzla, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Modrac Lake

Best visited in summer for water activities; shoulder seasons are good for quieter visits.

Summer
June-August · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Warm weather suitable for swimming and boating, though regional variations in water quality can apply.
Spring-Autumn
April-May, September-October · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Pleasant for lakeside walks and quieter than peak summer.

Weather & Climate near Modrac Lake

Climate

Modrac Lake's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (870 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 86 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -3° - 4° -1° 56 mm overcast 90% 1.4 m/s 0.1 low 9.1h
February Poor -2° - 7° 1° 52 mm overcast 88% 1.6 m/s 0.3 low 10.3h
March Acceptable 2° - 12° 6° 56 mm partly cloudy 81% 1.9 m/s 0.6 moderate 11.8h
April Good 6° - 16° 11° 69 mm partly cloudy 75% 1.9 m/s 0.9 moderate 13.3h
May Good 10° - 22° 16° 79 mm partly cloudy 73% 1.7 m/s 1.3 high 14.6h
June Very Good 13° - 25° 19° 104 mm partly cloudy 69% 1.6 m/s 1.6 very high 15.3h
July Excellent 15° - 27° 21° 86 mm some cloud 60% 1.7 m/s 1.7 very high 15.0h
August Excellent 14° - 27° 21° 74 mm some cloud 57% 1.5 m/s 1.5 high 13.8h
September Very Good 11° - 23° 17° 69 mm partly cloudy 66% 1.4 m/s 0.9 moderate 12.4h
October Good 6° - 17° 12° 75 mm partly cloudy 75% 1.4 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.8h
November Acceptable 2° - 10° 5° 81 mm overcast 84% 1.4 m/s 0.2 low 9.5h
December Poor -2° - 5° 0° 69 mm overcast 90% 1.4 m/s 0.1 low 8.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Modrac Lake

Modrac Lake is located east of Tuzla. From Tuzla city center drive east along regional roads toward the Modrac area; travel time is approximately 20-30 minutes by car. Local buses may serve nearby villages-check local timetables.

Tips for Visiting Modrac Lake

  • Check local water-quality advisories before swimming-the lake's ecology has been affected by seasonal changes
  • Visit neighboring communities to learn about how the reservoir is used recreationally and for local water supply
  • Bring insect repellent in summer-shoreline reeds can be mosquito habitat