Montenegro

Montenegro Weather in March

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

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Budva Kotor Ulcinj Herceg-Novi

Planning a trip to Montenegro this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Montenegro in March

March in Montenegro generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Žabljak at 7°C (45°F) and mild in Sveti Nikola at 15°C (59°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Sveti Nikola and -2°C (28°F) in Žabljak.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Montenegro, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Bijelo Polje with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Ljuta with 203 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Budva as an example - it receives around 162 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Montenegro in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Montenegro?

Temperature range in Montenegro (March)

Precipitation variation in Montenegro (March)

Budva

In March Budva generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
114 hours
162 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
217 mm (8.5 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Budva →

Kotor

In March Kotor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
114 hours
162 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kotor →

Ulcinj

In March Ulcinj generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
129 hours
172 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ulcinj →

Herceg-Novi

In March Herceg-Novi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
114 hours
162 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Herceg-Novi →

Tivat

In March Tivat generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
114 hours
162 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Tivat →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Budva 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Kotor 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Ulcinj 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Herceg-Novi 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Žabljak 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Podgorica 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)

Montenegro weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Montenegro in March?

Montenegro typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Budva average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Montenegro in March?

Average temperatures in Montenegro during March range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Budva.

Does Montenegro get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in Montenegro peaks during March. Budva averages roughly 184 mm (7.2 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Montenegro?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Budva, March may not be the ideal time to visit Montenegro.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Budva. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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