Kotor
City in Montenegro
Kotor is a city in Montenegro with a population of 562 in 2023. It lies 40 km from Podgorica. Visitors come to see landmarks such as the Fortifications of Kotor, Kotor Cathedral, and the Mausoleum of Njegoš.
What to see
The city features historical architecture and monuments. Key sights include Kotor Cathedral and the UNESCO-listed Fortifications of Kotor. Visitors can also view the Mausoleum of Njegoš.
When to go
July is the warmest month with daily highs of 24 °C and lows of 17 °C, along with 76 mm of rain. January is the coldest month with daily highs of 6 °C and lows of 1 °C, and 316 mm of rain. November is the wettest month with 427 mm of rain across about 14 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Tivat Airport in Tivat, located 5 km away. Podgorica Airport serves as a hub at a distance of 40 km.
Top sights in Kotor
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 24 °C. The wettest is December, with about 451 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 6 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 18 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 20 | 16 | 11 | 7 |
| Average low, °C | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 17 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 316 | 291 | 287 | 260 | 174 | 127 | 76 | 129 | 238 | 342 | 427 | 451 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 14 | 13 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Kotor (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Church of Our Lady of Remedy
- Church of St. Nicholas, Kotor