Montenegro Capital
Best time to visit Podgorica
Go inJune and September–October
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Use it as a base for the mountains and Skadar Lake.
See Podgorica on the globePodgorica month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 10°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Poor | 12°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Poor | 15°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Good | 19°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| May | Good | 25°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Great | 29°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| July | Mixed | 33°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| August | Mixed | 33°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| September | Great | 28°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Great | 22°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Poor | 15°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Poor | 11°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
Good to know
- Flights to Podgorica are usually cheapest in October–April. The catch: October–April are rainy.
- Crowds and prices peak in July–August, so book early.
- The heaviest rain falls in November–March.
Podgorica is one of Europe’s hottest capitals in summer.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Podgorica?
The best time to visit Podgorica is June and September–October. Use it as a base for the mountains and Skadar Lake.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Podgorica?
Flights are usually cheapest in October–April, when demand is lowest.
When is Podgorica busiest?
Podgorica is busiest in July–August.
What is the weather like in Podgorica?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 33°C, and January the coolest at 10°C. The wettest period is October–May.
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