Your February weather guide
CoolWeather in Budva in February
Budva in February suits a cool-weather coastal break, not a beach holiday. Average daytime highs are 11.4°C, rain falls on about 12 days, and the sea is cold at 13.6°C. For a UK traveller, the draw is slightly milder daytime weather than London rather than reliable warmth. Go if you are happy walking in layers and changing plans around showers; choose another month if swimming and long spells sitting outdoors are central to your trip.
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
- 11.4°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 15°C
- Average night-time low
- 5.4°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 1°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +3.5°C
- London averages 7.9°C in February
- Sea temperature
- 13.6°C
- year to year: 13°C to 14°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 4.5h
- 44% of 10.3 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 12
- 205 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 21.9°C
- 2016-02-16
- Record low 1991-2020
- -4.7°C
- 2009-02-23
- 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 February compares
February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Budva and ranks 113th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Budva is 3.5°C warmer by day and 3.4°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in February
The typical February day in Budva peaks at 11.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 15.2°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 5.4°C; one night in ten drops to 1.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 21.9°C (2016-02-16) and the coldest night -4.7°C (2009-02-23).
Rain in February
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 205 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2010 with 447 mm, the driest 1993 with 16 mm. Humidity averages 74%.
Sea temperature in February
The sea averages 13.6°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 13.1°C to 14.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.3 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:42 and sets about 17:15 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 56%.
Is February a good time to visit Budva?
February 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 than London, but still winter
Budva has a modest temperature advantage over London in February: its average daytime high is 3.5°C higher than London's 7.9°C. That can make time outdoors more comfortable, but it is not enough to leave winter clothing at home. Nights average 5.4°C, with the coldest dropping to 1°C or below, so bring a warm layer for evenings rather than relying on a light jacket. The warmer days can reach 15.2°C or more, making a flexible outfit useful when the sun appears. This suits travellers who enjoy walking in cool conditions; anyone expecting dependable warmth at midday is likely to find it disappointing.
Plan around rain, not beach time
Rain is a real drawback in February, so avoid building the trip around uninterrupted outdoor days. With about 12 rainy days during the month, a waterproof coat and shoes that cope with wet conditions are sensible packing choices. Keep outdoor plans flexible and use brighter spells when they arrive, rather than assuming tomorrow will be better. The sea averages 13.6°C and remains cold across its usual February range, so this is not a month for comfortable holiday swimming. Budva makes more sense now if being beside the water matters more than getting into it, and you are content to spend wetter periods indoors.
A little perspective
Budva through the year
February 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% |
| FebruarySelected | 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% |
| December | 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 February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Budva hot in February?
Budva is cool in February: the average daytime high is 11.4°C and nights average 5.4°C. Days over 25°C are rare in February.
Can you swim in the sea in Budva in February?
The sea around Budva averages 13.6°C in February, which is cold for swimming without a wetsuit. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 13°C to 14°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Budva in February?
Budva sees about 12 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 205 mm of rain in a typical February. The wettest February between 1991 and 2020 was 2010 (447 mm) and the driest was 1993 (16 mm).
How sunny is Budva in February?
Budva gets around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day in February out of 10.3 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Budva compare with the UK in February?
Budva is on average 3.5°C warmer than London by day in February (11.4°C against 7.9°C).
What is the hottest February on record in Budva?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day in Budva reached 21.9°C on 2016-02-16, and the coldest night dropped to -4.7°C on 2009-02-23.
How much sunshine can I expect?
February averages about 4.5 hours of sunshine within 10.3 hours of daylight. There is scope for time outdoors in the sun, but do not expect clear skies throughout the day. Keep plans flexible enough to make use of brighter spells.
Which months are better for a warm-weather holiday?
July, August and June are Budva's best months overall for holiday weather. February is a poor fit if warmth is your priority. Choose those summer months instead if you want a trip centred more on beach time than cool-weather walks.
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