Montenegro

Montenegro Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Montenegro in February.

Planning a journey to Montenegro this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Montenegro in February

Montenegro offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In February, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to mild, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Žabljak at 3°C (37°F) to mild in Ulcinj at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Ulcinj and -5°C (23°F) in Žabljak.

For a closer look at conditions across Montenegro, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Bijelo Polje with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Ljuta with 238 mm (9.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Budva typically sees 114 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Montenegro by month

Best Places to Visit in Montenegro in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Montenegro.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Montenegro

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Montenegro?

Temperature range in Montenegro (February)

Precipitation variation in Montenegro (February)

Budva

In February Budva generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
114 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
191 mm (7.5 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Kotor

In February Kotor generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
114 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Ulcinj

In February Ulcinj generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
129 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Herceg-Novi

In February Herceg-Novi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
114 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Tivat

In February Tivat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
114 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Montenegro February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Montenegro in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Montenegro dropped to -26°C (-15°F) in Pljevlja on February 9, 1976.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Montenegro in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Budva 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Kotor 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Ulcinj 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)
Herceg-Novi 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Žabljak 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Podgorica 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)

Montenegro weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Montenegro in February?

In February, Montenegro generally has poor weather conditions. Budva sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Montenegro in February?

Average temperatures in Montenegro during February range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 11°C (52°F) in Budva.

Does Montenegro get a lot of rain in February?

Rainfall in Montenegro peaks during February. Budva averages roughly 217 mm (8.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Montenegro?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Montenegro due to the typically poor weather in Budva.

On average, the best time to visit Montenegro is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Budva. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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