Bay of Kotor Sea Temperature
Updated Mon 05:52 (Europe/Podgorica)
Montenegro · Forecast updated Aug 10, 2026, 05:52 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
27.5°C
81.5°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
0.4°C below
The August average in our archive is 27.9°C (82.2°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 1.0°C
Seven-day average: 28.0°C, versus 27.0°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Warm water
Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
The Bay of Kotor is a sheltered Adriatic bay. Its water can differ from the open coast, so use this page for the temperature trend and the forecast page for wind, waves and tide.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Bay of Kotor, monthly averages range from about 24.9°C (76.9°F) in June to 27.9°C (82.2°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Bay of Kotor has been 27.2°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 21.6°C / 70.9°F | 24.9°C / 76.9°F | 27.5°C / 81.5°F |
| July | 25.7°C / 78.3°F | 26.8°C / 80.2°F | 28.4°C / 83.1°F |
| August | 26.9°C / 80.4°F | 27.9°C / 82.2°F | 28.7°C / 83.7°F |
Profile calculated from 1694 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Bay of Kotor
Fjord-like Adriatic bay with sheltered, clear water and rocky shores.
- Area
- Kotor
Bay of Kotor Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Bay of Kotor today?
The current sea surface temperature in Bay of Kotor is 27.5°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 27.2°C.
When is the water warmest in Bay of Kotor?
The warmest monthly average in the Bay of Kotor archive is August, at around 27.9°C (82.2°F).
When is the water coldest in Bay of Kotor?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 24.9°C (76.9°F).
Can you swim in Bay of Kotor today?
At 27.5°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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