Weather in Budva in July

How July compares

July is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Budva and ranks 59th of 134 destinations we compare for July - see where else is hot in July. Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Budva is 7.1°C warmer by day and 8.8°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in July

The typical July day in Budva peaks at 28.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 32.3°C or more. About 91% of days top 25°C and 1 in 3 pass 30°C. Nights average 22.3°C; one night in ten drops to 19.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 36.9°C (2007-07-24) and the coldest night 15.3°C (1993-07-14).

Rain in July

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 49 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest July was 2014 with 159 mm, the driest 1996 with 4 mm. Humidity averages 69%.

Sea temperature in July

The sea averages 24.9°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 23.7°C to 25.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 14.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:22 and sets about 20:20 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 22%.

Is July a good time to visit Budva?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Budva on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug.

Expect heat, not just comfortable warmth

Budva reaches 25°C on 91% of July days, so warmth is a dependable part of the appeal. The catch is that 36% of days reach 30°C, making this less comfortable for travellers who want to spend the whole day walking around. Keep more active plans for the morning or later in the day, and allow for shade and breaks around midday. Loose, breathable clothes, a hat and sun protection belong in your packing. Average night lows of 22.3°C offer only a limited cool-down, so air conditioning is a sensible accommodation priority if warm bedrooms tend to keep you awake.

Warm swimming water and long sunny days

The sea averages 24.9°C in July, making swimming a strong reason to choose Budva then. The year-to-year range of 24°C to 26°C also suggests that a cooler July sea should still feel inviting if you dislike bracing water. There is plenty of daylight to spread your plans out: July averages 11.6 hours of sunshine within 14.8 hours of daylight. That gives you room to avoid making the hottest part of the day your main outdoor window. This weather particularly suits travellers happy to alternate swimming with time in the shade, rather than stay continuously active in the sun.

Mostly a summer-weather choice, with some rain risk

Rain is a catch rather than a reason to rule July out. About 6 days have measurable rain, so a completely dry stay is not something to count on. Equally, a rainy day does not necessarily mean losing the whole day outdoors; the figures do not tell you how long each wet spell lasts. Pack a light waterproof and keep plans flexible enough to move swimming or outdoor time around the forecast. With humidity averaging 69%, the heat may also feel sticky. If you need cool, fresh conditions to feel comfortable, July is a less natural fit than its sunshine figures might suggest.