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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Ulcinj month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Ulcinj are typically May, June and July, with average daytime highs around 22–30°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 31°C), January the coldest (average low 5°C), and November the wettest (about 354 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January10.44.72216.6
February12.66.31707.7
March14.47.91828.8
April17.810.910610.7
May21.514.915811.6
June26.919.95513.3
July29.822.32913.7
August30.522.85212.8
September25.719.016810.6
October21.014.62199.1
November16.411.03546.6
December12.46.92366.4

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Past and future events in Ulcinj

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Roman capture of Olcinium

    Captured by the Romans in 163 BC from the Illyrians

  2. Ottoman conquest

    Conquered by the Ottoman Empire in 1571 after the Battle of Lepanto

  3. Cession to Montenegro

    Ulcinj ceded to the Principality of Montenegro in 1878 following the Congress of Berlin

  4. Allied bombing of Ulcinj

    Bombed on 7 Nov 1943, killing 46 people

  5. Kosovo‑War refugee influx

    Thousands of Kosovo Albanians arrived in Ulcinj in 1998‑1999

Current public leadership

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People associated with this place

  • Dritan Abazović

    Wikidata records Ulcinj as this person's place of birth. Prime-minister of Republic of Montenegro 2022–2023.

  • Adrian Lulgjuraj

    Wikidata records Ulcinj as this person's place of birth. Albanian singer.

  • Rade Tovladijac

    Wikidata records Ulcinj as this person's place of birth. Comics artist; architect; writer.

  • Božidar Đurašković

    Wikidata records Ulcinj as this person's place of birth. Olympic athlete.

  • Đurađ II Balšić

    Lord of Zeta from 1385 to 1403

Historical figures

  • Mujo Ulqinaku

    Wikidata records Ulcinj as this historical figure's place of birth. Albanian army officer.

  • Rizo Šurla

    Wikidata records Ulcinj as this historical figure's place of birth. Yugoslav photographer and actor (1922-2003).

  • Pjetër Gjoka

    Wikidata records Ulcinj as this historical figure's place of birth. Albanian actor (1912–1982).

  • Cafo Beg Ulqini

    Wikidata records Ulcinj as this historical figure's place of birth. Maritime sailor, commercial and Albanian Patriot.

Local business and employers

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Newspapers and local media

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Buildings and landmarks

  • Seaman's Mosque

    Wikidata places this site in Ulcinj. Sunni mosque in Ulcinj, Montenegro.

  • Church-Mosque of Ulcinj

    Wikidata places this site in Ulcinj.

  • Bregu Mosque

    Wikidata places this site in Ulcinj. Mosque in Ulcinj, Montenegro.

  • Kryepazari Mosque

    Wikidata places this site in Ulcinj. Mosque in Ulcinj, Montenegro.

  • Lami Mosque

    Wikidata places this site in Ulcinj. Mosque in Ulcinj, Montenegro.

  • Pasha's Mosque

    Wikidata places this site in Ulcinj. Mosque in Ulcinj, Montenegro.

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01 · Overview

Ulcinj, in brief

Ulcinj is a coastal town in Montenegro. It is situated at latitude 41.92936 and longitude 19.22436 within the Ulcinj Municipality.

Ulcinj’s Coastal Landscape

The settlement rests on the southern Adriatic shoreline, where a broad stretch of sand known as Long Beach meets the clear waters of the sea. Inland, the town is bordered by Lake Šas and the delta of the Bojana River, which forms the river island of Ada Bojana. These natural features create a varied terrain of beach, lagoon, and low hills that have shaped local livelihoods for centuries.

Historical Landmarks Shaping the View

Ulcinj’s urban core grew around an ancient citadel whose walls still display Cyclopean masonry from the Bronze Age. The castle that crowns the hill dates back two millennia and dominates the skyline, offering panoramic views of the coast and the surrounding islands. Ottoman influence is evident in the town’s 26 mosques, hammams, and a clock tower, while remnants of Roman and Byzantine periods appear in archaeological layers beneath the modern streets.

Population and Cultural Setting

According to the latest municipal data, the town’s population is recorded as 10 828 residents, while other sources note an urban count of 11 488 people. The community is multilingual, with Albanian, Serbian, and several other languages spoken daily. Ulcinj serves as the cultural centre of Montenegro’s Albanian population, a status reflected in local customs, cuisine, and the prevalence of Albanian‑language signage.

MetricValue
CountryMontenegro
MunicipalityUlcinj
Latitude41.92936
Longitude19.22436
Population (official)10 828
Urban population (alternate source)11 488

For further reference, see the Ulcinj article on Wikipedia.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ulcinj

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01 · Q&A

Where is Ulcinj located and what are its coordinates?

Ulcinj is situated in Montenegro at geographic coordinates 41.9294, 19.2244 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

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What is the population and time zone of Ulcinj?

Ulcinj has a recorded population of approximately 10,828 and observes the Europe/Podgorica time zone (EUR).

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What languages and currency are used in Ulcinj?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Ulcinj include sr, hu, bs, sq, hr, rom, and the circulating currency is EUR.

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