Beška (island)

Island Small islet in Lake Skadar with medieval ruins

Beška is an island on Skadar Lake known for Orthodox monasteries and historic churches; boat tours from lakeside villages bring visitors for religious sites, birdwatching and lakeside photography.

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Beška (island)
42.1653, 19.2292

How to Get to Beška (island) #

Most visitors arrive via private boat or coastal tour launches from nearby towns on the Bay of Kotor; landings depend on sea conditions and operator schedules.

Tips for Visiting Beška (island) #

  • The islet is small and often visited as a short stop on coastal boat trips; tide and sea conditions determine landings.
  • Bring a windproof jacket; Adriatic sea breezes can be strong even on otherwise calm days.
  • Respect local wildlife and nesting birds - approach quietly and avoid disturbing colonies.

Best Time to Visit Beška (island) #

Summer is the practical season for day trips; shoulder seasons give quieter experience but check boat services.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Best time for boat access and calm sea conditions for short island visits.
Late Spring / Early Autumn
May, Sep · 18-25°C (64-77°F)
Fewer tourist boats and pleasant temperatures for coastal exploration.

Weather & Climate near Beška (island) #

Climate

Beška (island)'s climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1566 mm/year), wettest in November.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

155 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 27°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
14.8h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (222 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

222 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

197 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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