Weather in Budva in January

How January compares

January is the 12th warmest month of the year in Budva and ranks 113th of 134 destinations we compare for January - see where else is hot in January. Against London's average high of 7.4°C in January, Budva is 3.1°C warmer by day and 3.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in January

The typical January day in Budva peaks at 10.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 13.7°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 5.2°C; one night in ten drops to 1.6°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest January day here reached 17.2°C (2002-01-29) and the coldest night -8.7°C (2000-01-26).

Rain in January

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 191 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest January was 2014 with 449 mm, the driest 1993 with 30 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in January

The sea averages 14.2°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 13.5°C to 14.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:11 and sets about 16:36 local time in mid-January. Average cloud cover is 57%.

Is January a good time to visit Budva?

January 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 days, but still winter

January is Budva's coldest month, so pack for winter rather than letting the coastal setting shape your expectations. A coat, jumpers and layers you can adjust are more useful than beachwear. Milder days can reach 13.7°C or above, making a dry spell comfortable for a walk, but that is not the everyday outlook. At the colder end, nights can drop to 1.6°C or below. Keep warm clothing handy for evenings rather than assuming the daytime temperature will last. This weather suits travellers happy to spend time outdoors while moving, with somewhere indoors to warm up afterwards.

Rain is the main planning catch

Wet weather is a substantial part of the January picture, not just something to allow for in passing. With about 12 rainy days, it makes sense to leave outdoor plans movable and pack a waterproof coat and shoes that cope with wet ground. Average sunshine is about 4 hours within 9.2 hours of daylight, so there can be useful bright spells, but do not build the trip around clear skies. Put longer walks into whichever part of the day looks driest, and keep indoor time flexible. January is a poor fit if rain would make the whole break feel wasted.

The sea is for looking at, not casual swimming

At 14.2°C, the sea is cold rather than merely refreshing. For a typical holiday swim, January is not a sensible choice; plan to enjoy the coast from dry land instead. The year-to-year sea temperature range of 14°C to 15°C also gives little reason to expect a comfortably warm exception. A brighter afternoon may make time beside the water pleasant in suitable clothing, but it does not turn this into beach weather. If warm days and swimming are central to your plans, shift your attention to June, July or August, which are Budva's best-rated months overall.