Sveti Nikola Island (Budva) Island
Small island near Budva with pebble beaches
Small islet off Budva reached by short boat rides, known locally for pebble beaches and coastal views. Day visitors come for swimming, boat trips and seafood at Budva's waterfront.
Sveti Nikola Island (Budva) at a Glance#
About Sveti Nikola Island (Budva)#
Sveti Nikola Island (St. Nicholas Island) is a small Adriatic island located off the seafront of Budva, Montenegro. It is the largest island in Budva Bay and a frequent local recreation destination.
The island is wooded with pine and offers rocky and pebbly beaches and sheltered coves used for swimming and sunbathing. It is commonly visited by day-trippers who arrive by short boat services from Budva.
The island has no significant permanent settlement history in recent centuries and has been used mainly for leisure and coastal uses by the local population.
Sveti Nikola sits immediately offshore from the town of Budva on Montenegro’s central Adriatic coast, a few hundred metres from the town’s main beaches.
- Boat access from Budva: Short boat transfers from Budva during the summer months make the island a popular half-day trip for beachgoers and swimmers.
How to Get to Sveti Nikola Island (Budva)#
Short water taxi or boat trips run from Budva harbour; crossing times are typically under 15 minutes and depend on sea conditions.
Tips for Visiting Sveti Nikola Island (Budva)#
- Take the short walk around the island for coastal views and a small sandy cove on the seaward side.
- Combine a visit with Budva's old town and the nearby coastal paths for a full day out.
Best Time to Visit Sveti Nikola Island (Budva)#
Best in summer for swimming and boat access from Budva; day-trips are common from the mainland.
Weather & Climate near Sveti Nikola Island (Budva)#
Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1397 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 4° - 12° | 6° | 153 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 140 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| March | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 122 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Excellent | 18° - 27° | 23° | 51 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 25° | 32 mm | mostly sunny | 58% | 2.4 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 51 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Very Good | 17° - 26° | 21° | 111 mm | some cloud | 65% | 2.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 161 mm | some cloud | 74% | 2.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 9° - 16° | 12° | 200 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 8° | 177 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
