Your December weather guide
CoolWeather in Budva in December
Budva in December suits a cool-weather coastal break, not a beach holiday. Average highs of around 12°C and nights near 7°C mean coats rather than swimwear, while about 14 rainy days make flexible plans important. Go if you are happy taking walks when the weather allows and leaving room for time indoors. If warmth and reliable outdoor weather are the main reasons for travelling, December is a poor fit.
Long-term climate averages for Budva, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Budva, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Budva.
- Average daytime high
- 11.7°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 15°C
- Average night-time low
- 6.8°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 2°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +4.0°C
- London averages 7.7°C in December
- Sea temperature
- 16.0°C
- year to year: 15°C to 17°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 3.8h
- 43% of 8.9 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 14
- 269 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 19.5°C
- 2019-12-19
- Record low 1991-2020
- -4.9°C
- 2012-12-13
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 54 min
- 1745 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How December compares
December is the 10th warmest month of the year in Budva and ranks 113th of 134 destinations we compare for December - see where else is hot in December. Against London's average high of 7.7°C in December, Budva is 4.0°C warmer by day and 4.1°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in December
The typical December day in Budva peaks at 11.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 15.0°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 6.8°C; one night in ten drops to 2.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest December day here reached 19.5°C (2019-12-19) and the coldest night -4.9°C (2012-12-13).
Rain in December
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 14 days with 1 mm or more, 269 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest December was 2017 with 528 mm, the driest 2016 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 76%.
Sea temperature in December
The sea averages 16.0°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.8°C to 17.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 3.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 8.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:07 and sets about 16:13 local time in mid-December. Average cloud cover is 58%.
Is December a good time to visit Budva?
December is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Budva on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug.
Milder afternoons, but pack for cold evenings
The daytime temperature can be comfortable for walking with suitable layers, but it is not warm enough to spend long periods sitting outside without a coat. Milder days can reach 15°C or more, so a removable layer is more useful than dressing only for the coldest conditions. After dark, the average low is around 7°C, and the coldest nights reach 2.4°C or below. Pack a warm outer layer, long trousers and closed shoes rather than relying on a light jumper. Budva makes more sense for travellers who enjoy being outdoors in cool weather than for anyone seeking winter warmth.
Rain and short days shape your plans
Rain is the main catch: with about 14 rainy days, you should not build the trip around uninterrupted time outdoors. A waterproof coat and shoes that cope with wet pavements are sensible packing choices. There are about 3.8 hours of sunshine within 8.9 hours of daylight, so even a dry day will not necessarily be bright throughout. Keep your outdoor plans movable and use clearer spells when they arrive, rather than saving everything for late afternoon. This is a month for accepting weather-led changes; if you would resent spending part of a short break sheltering from rain, choose a different time.
A little perspective
Budva through the year
December is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.5°C | 5.2°C | 14.2°C | 4.0 | 191 | 12 | 0% |
| February | 11.4°C | 5.4°C | 13.6°C | 4.5 | 205 | 12 | 0% |
| March | 14.0°C | 7.6°C | 13.7°C | 5.2 | 193 | 12 | 0% |
| April | 17.4°C | 10.8°C | 15.2°C | 6.0 | 162 | 12 | 1% |
| May | 21.9°C | 15.3°C | 18.9°C | 7.2 | 117 | 10 | 18% |
| Junebest | 26.1°C | 19.6°C | 22.8°C | 9.7 | 73 | 8 | 64% |
| Julybest | 28.9°C | 22.3°C | 24.9°C | 11.6 | 49 | 6 | 91% |
| Augustbest | 29.4°C | 23.0°C | 25.6°C | 10.6 | 67 | 6 | 93% |
| September | 24.5°C | 18.8°C | 23.6°C | 7.3 | 211 | 10 | 44% |
| October | 20.3°C | 15.0°C | 21.1°C | 5.4 | 248 | 11 | 4% |
| November | 15.8°C | 10.9°C | 18.7°C | 3.8 | 323 | 14 | 0% |
| DecemberSelected | 11.7°C | 6.8°C | 16.0°C | 3.8 | 269 | 14 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Budva in December FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Budva hot in December?
Budva is cool in December: the average daytime high is 11.7°C and nights average 6.8°C. Days over 25°C are rare in December.
Can you swim in the sea in Budva in December?
The sea around Budva averages 16.0°C in December, which is cold for swimming without a wetsuit. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 15°C to 17°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Budva in December?
Budva sees about 14 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 269 mm of rain in a typical December. The wettest December between 1991 and 2020 was 2017 (528 mm) and the driest was 2016 (2 mm).
How sunny is Budva in December?
Budva gets around 3.8 hours of sunshine a day in December out of 8.9 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Budva compare with the UK in December?
Budva is on average 4.0°C warmer than London by day in December (11.7°C against 7.7°C).
What is the hottest December on record in Budva?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest December day in Budva reached 19.5°C on 2019-12-19, and the coldest night dropped to -4.9°C on 2012-12-13.
Is Budva warmer than London in December?
Yes. Budva's average daytime high is 11.7°C, compared with London's 7.7°C, a difference of 4°C. That is a modest improvement rather than a change to warm weather: you will still need a coat, especially once daylight fades.
Can you swim in the sea in December?
The sea averages 16°C, which is cold rather than comfortably swimmable. Its December range of 15°C to 17°C does not change that judgement. For most holidaymakers, Budva is better treated as a place for coastal walks than casual sea swimming then.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Budva. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1.8 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C