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Kotor County Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kotor County, Montenegro in December.

Planning a trip to Kotor County, Montenegro this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kotor County in December

Kotor County, Montenegro is a region in Montenegro. December in Kotor County generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with heavy precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Risan at 9°C (48°F) to mild in Budva at 12°C (54°F). At night it cools down to 7°C (45°F) in Budva and 3°C (37°F) in Risan.

To explore the conditions in Kotor County, Montenegro in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Budva with an average of 259 mm (10 in) to heavy rainfall in Ljuta with 287 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Budva gets around 100 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Kotor County by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kotor County — and find the best time to visit. (based on Budva)

Best Places to Visit in Kotor County in December

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

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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 Kotor County

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Kotor County, Montenegro?

Temperature range in Kotor County (December)

Precipitation variation in Kotor County (December)

Budva

In December Budva generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
100 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
311 mm (12 in)
259 mm (10 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Kotor

In December Kotor 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.

November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
100 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
334 mm (13 in)
279 mm (11 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Risan

In December Risan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
100 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
323 mm (13 in)
268 mm (11 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Perast

In December Perast 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.

November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
100 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
327 mm (13 in)
271 mm (11 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Ljuta

In December Ljuta 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.

November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
100 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
345 mm (14 in)
287 mm (11 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kotor County, in Montenegro.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kotor County in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Budva 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 259 mm (10 in)
Kotor 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 279 mm (11 in)
Risan 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 268 mm (11 in)
Perast 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 271 mm (11 in)
Ljuta 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 287 mm (11 in)
Dobrota 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 283 mm (11 in)

Kotor County weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kotor County, Montenegro in December?

Kotor County, Montenegro typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Budva average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Kotor County, Montenegro in December?

In Budva, the average daytime high in December is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

Does Kotor County, Montenegro get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Kotor County, Montenegro peaks during December. Budva averages roughly 259 mm (10 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Kotor County, Montenegro?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Budva, December may not be the ideal time to visit Kotor County, 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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