Lake Šas Lake

Montenegrin coastal lake important for migratory birds

Šas Lake in Montenegro lies near coastal wetlands and the medieval ruins of Svač; birdwatching, shoreline walks and visits to nearby archaeological sites attract travelers.

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Lake Šas at a Glance#

Address: Šas (Shas) Lake area, southeastern Montenegro (near Bar)

Hours: Open year‑round (public lake)

Admission: Free (public lake)

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How to Get to Lake Šas#

From Bar, drive northeast along local roads toward the inland Šas area; the journey is under an hour depending on road choice. The lake is best reached by car; limited local transport may be available from nearby villages.

Tips for Visiting Lake Šas#

  • Visit early morning for soft light on the water and fewer anglers.
  • Combine the visit with a drive along Montenegro's coastal loop to appreciate the lake's inland contrast.
  • Respect local anglers' gear and nets - fishing is a serious livelihood here.

Best Time to Visit Lake Šas#

Late spring through early autumn is the easiest time for lake visits and birdwatching.

Late spring-summer
May-August · 18-30°C
Warmest and best for boat access and birdlife.
Autumn
September-October · 12-22°C
Fewer tourists and pleasant temperatures.

Weather & Climate near Lake Šas#

Climate

Lake Šas'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 3°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1532 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 52 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor 3° - 10° 5° 182 mm partly cloudy 79% 1.8 m/s 0.2 low 9.4h
February Poor 4° - 12° 6° 153 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.1 m/s 0.4 low 10.5h
March Acceptable 6° - 15° 10° 140 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.2 m/s 0.7 moderate 11.8h
April Good 9° - 18° 14° 138 mm partly cloudy 73% 2.0 m/s 1.1 high 13.2h
May Very Good 14° - 23° 18° 78 mm partly cloudy 70% 1.8 m/s 1.6 very high 14.4h
June Excellent 17° - 27° 22° 54 mm mostly sunny 63% 1.8 m/s 2.0 very high 15.0h
July Ideal 19° - 31° 25° 35 mm clear 54% 1.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 14.7h
August Ideal 19° - 31° 25° 56 mm clear 53% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 13.7h
September Very Good 16° - 27° 21° 120 mm some cloud 61% 1.5 m/s 1.2 high 12.3h
October Good 11° - 22° 16° 175 mm some cloud 71% 1.5 m/s 0.7 moderate 11.0h
November Good 7° - 16° 11° 211 mm partly cloudy 76% 1.8 m/s 0.3 low 9.7h
December Poor 4° - 12° 7° 190 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.9 m/s 0.2 low 9.1h