Budva weather by month

When to go to Budva

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August. November is the wettest month (323 mm, about 14 rainy days) and July the driest (49 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 25.6°C and coolest in February at 13.6°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase (TGD, 35 km from Budva) takes roughly 2 h 54 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Podgorica.

Records and extremes, 1991-2020

The hottest day recorded in Budva between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.9°C on 24 August 2007; the coldest fell to -8.7°C on 26 January 2000. In August one day in ten tops 33.0°C and about 46% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 1.6°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was November 2019 with 873 mm, against a November average of 323 mm.

Spring: comfortable days arrive before a warm sea

March is better for spending time outdoors in layers than planning a beach holiday: days average 14°C, and evenings still need a jacket. April brings milder afternoons at 17°C, but rain remains a consideration, so keep a waterproof handy rather than relying on uninterrupted sunshine. May is the more useful choice for travellers wanting warmth without summer heat. Days reach 22°C on average, making light clothing practical in the afternoon, though a layer helps after dark. The catch is the sea: at 19°C in May, it can still feel brisk, so choose this month for comfortable days rather than reliably warm swimming.

Summer: the best balance of warmth, sunshine and swimming

June starts the main swimming season with a sea averaging 23°C and warm evenings that make packing lighter easier. It is a good fit if you want summer conditions without the strongest daytime heat. July is the driest month and averages 12 hours of sunshine, so sun protection and breaks in the shade matter as much as beachwear. August has similarly hot days, with the warmest sea at 26°C and nights averaging 23°C; choose accommodation where you can sleep comfortably in warmth. Neither month is rain-free, but showers are less frequent than during the cooler seasons, making outdoor plans easier.

Autumn and winter: lingering sea warmth, then wetter weather

September keeps much of summer's swimming appeal, with the sea averaging 24°C, but rain becomes more frequent. It suits travellers happy to trade longer sunny spells for less intense heat. October can still work for mild days outdoors: afternoons average 20°C, though a waterproof and an evening layer are sensible. November is a less dependable holiday choice, with 14 rain days and cooler conditions that favour flexible plans over beach time. December stays cool and wet, so pack for damp days rather than winter sunshine alone. January is the coolest month, with days averaging 10°C and nights 5°C. February offers only a slight lift in daytime warmth. Across winter, the sea is cold for casual swimming, making this a better fit for travellers who do not need beach weather.