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Kotor County Weather in May

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

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Budva Kotor Risan Perast

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

What to Expect in Kotor County in May

Kotor County, Montenegro is a region in Montenegro. May in Kotor County generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Budva.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Budva with an average of 112 mm (4.4 in) to high rainfall in Ljuta with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Budva enjoys approximately 256 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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)

January11°C (52°F) February11°C (52°F) March14°C (57°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) This monthJune25°C (77°F) July28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kotor County in May

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

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 Kotor County

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

Temperature range in Kotor County (May)

Precipitation variation in Kotor County (May)

Budva

In May Budva generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
256 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Budva →

Kotor

In May Kotor generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
256 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Kotor →

Risan

In May Risan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
256 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
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Perast

In May Perast generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
256 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Perast →

Ljuta

In May Ljuta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
256 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
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In our records: Montenegro May extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in Montenegro brought 301 mm (12 in) in Podgorica on May 8, 2001.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Budva 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Kotor 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Risan 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Perast 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Ljuta 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Dobrota 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)

Kotor County weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Kotor County, Montenegro typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Budva average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

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

In Budva, the average daytime high in May is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

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

Kotor County, Montenegro sees substantial rainfall in May. Budva typically averages about 112 mm (4.4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Kotor County, Montenegro with overall pleasant weather in Budva. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Kotor County, Montenegro is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Budva. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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