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Budva Climate by Month

Budva has a Mediterranean climate. This climate is characterized by moderate winters and pleasantly warm summers. Winter months rarely have temperatures below freezing, it remains warm so this makes it a year-round destination. In summer months it can get very warm, however the heat is tempered by a cool breeze blowing from the sea. Most rainfall is seen in spring and autumn.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Budva can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 11°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 6°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Budva is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2077 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 311 mm of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 50 mm over 7 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Budva. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Herceg-Novi, Montenegro (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Herceg-Novi, Montenegro (31 KM, 19 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Budva in Montenegro

During the months of May, June, 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 Budva?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Budva?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Budva?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Budva?
    November tops the wettest month list with 311 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Budva?
    July is the driest month with 50 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Budva?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 345 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Budva

    Thu   Dec 12
    16°C | 8°C
    SW 4 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    14°C | 5°C
    SW 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    11°C | 7°C
    E 18 km/h
    29 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain