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Podgorica Climate by Month

Podgorica experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to cold weather. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Podgorica is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in August to a chilly 9°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 2°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Podgorica has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1930 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in Podgorica, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 282 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 39 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Podgorica, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.6 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Podgorica in Montenegro

During the months of May, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Podgorica?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Podgorica?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Podgorica?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Podgorica?
    November tops the wettest month list with 282 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Podgorica?
    July is the driest month with 39 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Podgorica?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 348 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Podgorica

    Sun   Dec 15
    13°C | 6°C
    NW 7 km/h
    4.5 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    12°C | 4°C
    NW 11 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    14°C | 5°C
    SE 4 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain