Podgorica County Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Podgorica County, Montenegro in January.

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Podgorica

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

What to Expect in Podgorica County in January

Podgorica County, Montenegro is a region in Montenegro. January in Podgorica County generally has cold temperatures, with heavy precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Podgorica. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Podgorica County, Montenegro. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

January is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 177 mm (7 in) in Podgorica.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Podgorica typically sees 109 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Podgorica County in January

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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 Podgorica County

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Podgorica County, Montenegro?

Podgorica

In January Podgorica generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
109 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
258 mm (10 in)
177 mm (7 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
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In our records: Montenegro January extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Montenegro was -15°C (5°F) in Žabljak on January 24, 2006.

Podgorica County weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Podgorica County, Montenegro in January?

Podgorica County, Montenegro typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Podgorica average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Podgorica County, Montenegro in January?

Daytime temperatures in Podgorica peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in January, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

Does Podgorica County, Montenegro get a lot of rain in January?

Rainfall in Podgorica County, Montenegro peaks during January. Podgorica averages roughly 177 mm (7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Podgorica County, Montenegro?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Podgorica, January may not be the ideal time to visit Podgorica County, Montenegro.

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

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