Montenegro Kotor Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Kotor is moderate
January is moderate for Kotor.
January in Kotor is mild for European winter but genuinely wet — the Bay of Kotor is one of the rainiest corners of Europe, and the mountains ringing it wring out the clouds. It averages 12°C/5°C with frequent, sometimes heavy rain.
This is a city-and-culture trip, not a beach one. The walled Old Town, St Tryphon Cathedral, and the squares are atmospheric in the off-season hush, with no cruise crowds and the locals reclaiming the alleys. Accommodation is at its cheapest, and you can walk into the best konobas without a reservation. The city-walls climb is free in winter (the ticket booths close), though wet, slippery steps make it riskier.
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Kotor January Weather Stats
Avg High
12°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
12
165mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
72%
humid
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
14°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
10°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cheapest prices of the year
- No cruise crowds — the Old Town to yourself
- Mild for European winter
- Walk into top konobas without booking
Cons
- One of Europe's wettest months here
- Too cold to swim (sea ~14°C)
- Boat trips and seasonal spots paused
- Short days, slippery walls climb
January Events & Festivals
- New Year (Jan 1) — quiet, mild
- Orthodox Christmas (Jan 7)
- Low season — cheapest prices, fewest crowds
- City-walls booths closed (climb free but unstaffed)
Kotor in January — Full Picture
January in Kotor is mild for European winter but genuinely wet — the Bay of Kotor is one of the rainiest corners of Europe, and the mountains ringing it wring out the clouds. It averages 12°C/5°C with frequent, sometimes heavy rain.
This is a city-and-culture trip, not a beach one. The walled Old Town, St Tryphon Cathedral, and the squares are atmospheric in the off-season hush, with no cruise crowds and the locals reclaiming the alleys. Accommodation is at its cheapest, and you can walk into the best konobas without a reservation. The city-walls climb is free in winter (the ticket booths close), though wet, slippery steps make it riskier.
The trade-offs are real: the sea is too cold to swim (around 14°C), boat trips and some seasonal restaurants pause, and the rain and short days limit time outdoors.
Pack a warm jacket, a proper waterproof, and an umbrella. For a quiet, cheap, moody Old Town without the summer mob, January delivers — just come prepared for rain.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild Mediterranean winter — around 12°C/5°C, but very wet, as the bay's mountains trap rain. A warm jacket, sweater, a proper waterproof, and an umbrella. It rarely freezes in town, though the surrounding peaks may see snow.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
10.3°C
10.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29°C
19.3°C
6.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21°C
13°C
10.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current12.3°C
5.3°C
12/mo
Kotor Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12° | 5° | 12d·165mm | 4h | 72% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 5° | 11d·150mm | 4.5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 7° | 11d·130mm | 5.5h | 67% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 18° | 10° | 11d·110mm | 6.5h | 66% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 23° | 14° | 10d·90mm | 8h | 64% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 27° | 18° | 8d·70mm | 10h | 62% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| 30° | 20° | 5d·40mm | 12h | 60% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 20° | 6d·55mm | 11h | 62% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 17° | 8d·95mm | 8h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 21° | 13° | 11d·165mm | 5.5h | 69% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 16° | 9° | 13d·235mm | 4h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 6° | 13d·200mm | 3.5h | 73% | 1 | Quiet | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Kotor?
Kotor in January is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Kotor in January?
Kotor January averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Kotor in January?
Kotor January averages 165mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kotor in January?
Mild Mediterranean winter — around 12°C/5°C, but very wet, as the bay's mountains trap rain. A warm jacket, sweater, a proper waterproof, and an umbrella. It rarely freezes in town, though the surrounding peaks may see snow.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kotor in January?
Kotor January sunrise is 07:15 and sunset is 16:45, with 9h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kotor in January?
Kotor January air quality (AQI) averages 36, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kotor in January?
In January, Kotor is great for Old Town & St Tryphon Cathedral (low-season calm), Square-of-Arms café culture, Maritime Museum (rainy-day option).
Is January peak season in Kotor?
Kotor January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.