Montenegro
Montenegro Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages
Monthly climate averages for Montenegro, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.
Montenegro
Climate overview of Montenegro
December, January and February are winter months with cold temperatures and snow in the mountains. The average daily temperature is barely above freezing this period. Also a strong wind from the north-east, the Bora, can create a very cold effect making it unpleasant to be outside. During winter, the Bora can last for days and create very uncomfortable conditions.
The best time to visit Montenegro is between April and September although in the months July and August it can be very busy and warm.
Explore Montenegro by month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Montenegro — and find the best time to visit. (based on Budva)
Places in Montenegro
Select a city to see its average temperature, precipitation and hours of sunshine over the year.
Popular cities
- Baošići
- Bar
- Bečići
- Bigovo
- Bijela
- Biogradska Gora National Park
- Bratešići
- Budva
- Buljarica
- Cetinje
- Dobra Voda
- Dobrota
- Donji Morinj
- Donji Štoj
- Donji Stoliv
- Durmitor National Park
- Herceg-Novi
- Igalo
- Kamenari
- Kolašin
- Kotor
- Krasići
- Kumbor
- Ljuta
- Luštica
- Nikšić
- Perast
- Petrovac na Moru
- Pljevlja
- Podgorica
- Prčanj
- Pržno
- Radovići
- Rafajlovići
- Reževići
- Rijeka Crnojevića
- Risan
- Šušanj
- Sutomore
- Sveti Stefan
- Tivat
- Ulcinj
- Utjeha
- Virpazar
- Žabljak
- Žanjica
- Zelenika
- Ðenovići
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Budva
Kotor
Ulcinj
Herceg-Novi
Žabljak
Podgorica
Day temperature (°C)
Monthly rainfall (mm)
Monthly sunshine (hours)
Climate map
Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.
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Regional climate differences
Explore the climate diversity across Montenegro.
Kotor County
6°C (43°F) – 29°C (84°F)
2077 mm (82 in)
/ year
2,440 hours
/ year
Based on Budva
Herceg Novi County
4°C (39°F) – 28°C (82°F)
1766 mm (70 in)
/ year
2,440 hours
/ year
Based on Herceg-Novi
Zabljak County
-6°C (21°F) – 24°C (75°F)
1443 mm (57 in)
/ year
1,933 hours
/ year
Based on Žabljak
Podgorica County
2°C (36°F) – 30°C (86°F)
1930 mm (76 in)
/ year
2,470 hours
/ year
Based on Podgorica
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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.
| Budva | 11°C (52°F) – 29°C (84°F) | 6°C (43°F) – 22°C (72°F) | 2077 mm (82 in) | 2,440 hours |
| Kotor | 9°C (48°F) – 28°C (82°F) | 3°C (37°F) – 19°C (66°F) | 2278 mm (90 in) | 2,440 hours |
| Ulcinj | 12°C (54°F) – 29°C (84°F) | 7°C (45°F) – 24°C (75°F) | 1913 mm (75 in) | 2,561 hours |
| Herceg-Novi | 10°C (50°F) – 28°C (82°F) | 4°C (39°F) – 20°C (68°F) | 1766 mm (70 in) | 2,440 hours |
| Žabljak | 2°C (36°F) – 24°C (75°F) | -6°C (21°F) – 12°C (54°F) | 1443 mm (57 in) | 1,933 hours |
| Podgorica | 9°C (48°F) – 30°C (86°F) | 2°C (36°F) – 20°C (68°F) | 1930 mm (76 in) | 2,470 hours |
FAQ
What temperatures can I expect in Montenegro?
Podgorica is the warmest destination, reaching 30°C (86°F) in August with nights around 20°C (68°F). Žabljak is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 2°C (36°F) and nights dropping to -6°C (21°F). Temperatures vary significantly between regions and seasons. See the city comparison for a full overview.
How much rain does Montenegro get?
Rainfall varies across Montenegro. Ljuta is the wettest, receiving 2368 mm (93 in) per year, with November the wettest month at 345 mm (14 in). Igalo is the driest at 1699 mm (67 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.
How sunny is Montenegro?
Ulcinj is the sunniest destination in Montenegro, enjoying 2,561 hours of sunshine per year, with July the brightest month at 347 hours. Overall, Montenegro enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.
What is the climate like across Montenegro?
Budva has warm summers reaching 29°C (84°F) in August and cold winters dropping to 11°C (52°F), with 2,440 hours of sunshine and 2077 mm (82 in) of rain per year. Kotor has warm summers reaching 28°C (82°F) in August and cold winters dropping to 9°C (48°F), with 2,440 hours of sunshine and 2278 mm (90 in) of rain per year. Ulcinj has warm summers reaching 29°C (84°F) in August and mild winters dropping to 12°C (54°F), with 2,561 hours of sunshine and 1913 mm (75 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.
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