Kotor weather in January (Kotor County, Montenegro)
Planning a trip to Kotor in January? Wondering if it's a favorable time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Kotor generally has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 9°C (show in °F). However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C. During this period, the city experiences its coolest temperatures annually.
Kotor in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 205 mm (show in inches) for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 111 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you prefer dry weather with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kotor. June, July and August typically offer the most favorable weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less favorable conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly weather and climate conditions, visit our specialized Kotor climate page with graphs.
Kotor, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
2.7°C
Max Temperature
9°C
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
205 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
111 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in Montenegro in January
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