The first month of summer means not only the onset of hot weather, but also the beginning of the holiday season for many Russians who prefer to get outside their homeland. In this article, we will take a closer look at Montenegro, where you can spend great summer vacations at the beginning of summer, enjoying the beautiful weather and picturesque surroundings. Montenegro has long been loved by many Russians for its high service, attitude to tourists and beautiful nature with the cleanest air.
Weather features
The beginning of summer in Montenegro, namely the month of June, is a great chance not only to sunbathe on the beach, but also to swim in the waters of the Adriatic Sea for those tourists who are not in the best way to withstand extreme heat. This country has a very temperate climate that will appeal to even the most fastidious travelers.
One of the features of Montenegro is that domestic tourists have practically no acclimatization in it or it is minimal. It is as if a man comes to his native land with clean air and picturesque mountains. Typically, many visitors acclimatization takes place in a matter of hours.
Climate and weather conditions in this country are especially appreciated. Indeed, tourists come to Montenegro in almost any season, there is always clean air, in which a large number of healthy essential oils are concentrated. The general environmental situation in this country has an exceptionally positive effect on human health at any age. There is practically no production with harmful or toxic exhaust gases, especially for beach areas and tourist areas.
Montenegro is especially good in June, everything blooms and smells here, trees and shrubs turn green more and more. Nature just reveals itself at the beginning of summer, and pleasant aromas of flowers reign in the air, which are gently intertwined with the aroma of a sea breeze.
On June days in Montenegro, it is pleasant to enjoy a vacation in parks, picnics and in various gardens in which magnificent fragrant roses, hydrangeas, magnolias, acacias and many other plants grow. Precipitation at this time is very small, but there are also small rains, from which the air is filled with even greater freshness. There are few cloudy days in June. However, before the trip it is still recommended to clarify the weather forecast in order to be fully equipped.
It's easy to breathe air this month, there is no excessive stuffiness here. Nevertheless, allergy sufferers may experience health problems from flowering plants and copious amounts of aromas in the streets, this point should be considered in advance.
Consider the average temperature in June in different cities of the country in which tourists most often stay:
- Kotor + 24-25;
- Tivat - about +25;
- Podgorica + 27-29;
- Budva + 26-27;
- Herceg Novi +26;
- Bar + 26-27.
The water temperature in the sea at this time of the year usually ranges from +20 to +23 degrees.
Hotels, entertainment and excursions
June is the ideal time for a vacation in Montenegro, this month the sea is already warming up significantly, there are not so many people on the beaches as in the middle of summer, and at the same time for all very reasonable prices, namely for various services, entertainment and places for recreation.
Beach lovers can consider Budva, Herceg Novi and Petrovec as possible cities for recreation. The beaches in these cities have everything you need for a full and active holiday. Surf lovers can easily select hotels in these cities near the sea. But those who prefer fishing can consider the lake surroundings - camping is especially good in these areas.
Very popular tours around Montenegro, as well as to neighboring countries with an appropriate visa, are traveling by bus. We especially recommend taking a closer look to the tour to Croatia (Dubrovnik) from Montenegro. In this small town you can admire the excellent architectural works of art and enjoy a relaxing holiday on the azure beach.
To fully experience the beauty of Montenegro in the June days, we recommend visiting national parks, namely Durmitor, located in a mountainous area. This park is very much appreciated by the world community and is even included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The Lovcen mountain park, located in the south-west of the country, in the suburbs of the city of Kotor, is also recommended for visiting.
You can relax and spend the day in the Bay of Kotor. This bay is the largest off the Adriatic Sea. Here you can not only relax perfectly, enjoying the picturesque views, but also make great photos.
Tourists who like to visit monasteries can go to the Orthodox monastery of Ostrog or the monastery of Moraca. In summer, there is a special energy and a fabulous view of mountain nature.
As for hotels in various cities, the general information on them is presented below.
- In Budva You can find both very expensive 4- and 5-star hotels, as well as budget places to sleep. It is recommended to book the best options for a vacation in June in advance. The average price for a vacation in this city for one day is from 3 thousand rubles.
- In the picturesque city of Tivat It will also not be a problem to choose the right hotel for your vacation in early summer. There are many attractions in Tivat that will surely appeal to those who come not only to soak up the sea, but also to get acquainted with the culture of this wonderful country. It is especially recommended to visit the island of St. Mark, the Tivat city park and the village of Gornia Lastva, located near Tivat.
- Herceg Novi city also called the botanical garden of Montenegro. It is very beautiful in the summer. Many flowers, fruits and berries are sure to please real connoisseurs of exotic. Holidays in this city are perfect for families with children and young couples. Herceg Novi has reasonably reasonable prices for food and various souvenirs. Everything here is much cheaper than in other cities of Montenegro.
- In the city of Zabljak it is usually cooler in June than in all other cities, since it is located in the northern region. In the summer, hiking and rafting are in demand in this city. Road infrastructure is not well developed here, especially there are no picturesque places and parks, but this city is best suited for outdoor activities, because pure mountain air predominates in it.
- In the capital of Montenegro - Podgorica tourists will find a huge number of options for hotels and entertainment. Here you can visit theaters, a historical museum and various architectural centers, as well as the largest Orthodox church in Montenegro. There are few tourists in Podgorica in the summer, mostly people prefer to relax on the seashore rather than in the business center, although there are enough foreigners in Podgorica. However, if you want to explore Podgorica in June, it is best to choose the old city for this, where most of the attractions are located.
- In the city of Ulcinj A particularly interesting place to visit in June is the black sand beach. He is very long. At the same time, the main attraction of the area is the old city, which still has medieval fortifications. There are also interesting museums.
When traveling from city to city in Montenegro, it is best to rent a personal car. Usually car rental reviews are always positive. Buses travel exclusively on schedule, and this is not always convenient for tourists.
Bike rental is poorly developed, but for backpackers it will certainly be comfortable to walk along the local streets.
Beaches
The beaches are considered the wealth of the mountainous country of Montenegro. There are sandy and pebble beaches, as well as quiet lagoons, which are considered the most picturesque in Europe. The most popular beaches for summer vacations are:
- Great or Great Beach;
- Yaz;
- Worse;
- Becici;
- Ada-Boyana;
- Lucice.
Almost every beach has a well-developed infrastructure, there is a cafe with delicious European food and camping. On each beach at the same time there is a pebble and sandy terrain, and therefore everyone can independently choose a place on the beach for relaxation.
Hot weather in June usually lasts no more than 2 or 3 hours a day, this time is for lunch, when swimming in the sea is not recommended, so as not to sunbathe or get a sunstroke.
Usually it is recommended to swim in June from 10 to 16, the sea temperature at this time is very comfortable, but there may be a little wind and waves. But at the beginning of the month for many, the water may seem pretty cool.
Tourist note
- Often on some beaches there are specially designated places where nudists swim, of which there are a lot at the beginning of summer. Therefore, before visiting a beach, it is recommended to find out about it all the nuances, so as not to get into an awkward situation.
- When traveling to a particular beach with children, you should also learn all the details from the tour operator about it. For example, on the Yaz beach there are no playgrounds at all, but there are a lot of paid umbrellas and sunbeds.
- Do not trust tour operators who offer houses and villas for relaxing on almost every beach at competitive prices.
Basically, such places for spending the night are located in nearby villages, from which it will take several kilometers to get to the sea. It’s always worth drowning such moments.
On the pros and cons of vacation in Montenegro, see below.