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Richard's Head Beach
Budva Municipality, Montenegro•Adriatic Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September
Photo: Jaakko Luttinen (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.50/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€60/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Budva Municipality · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
13.8°C
Air 15°C
Feb
13.1°C
Air 16°C
Mar
13.4°C
Air 18°C
Apr
15.2°C
Air 21°C
May
18.9°C
Air 24°C
Jun
23.2°C
Air 27°C
Jul
25.4°C
Air 29°C
Peak
Aug
25.8°C
Air 29°C
Sep
23.8°C
Air 27°C
Oct
20.8°C
Air 24°C
Nov
17.8°C
Air 20°C
Dec
15.1°C
Air 17°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 30 May – 13 Oct (>21°C) · 136 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Montenegro Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Richard's Head Beach
An iconic 100-meter pebble beach situated directly beneath the 15th-century Venetian fortress walls of Budva Citadel.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Directly accessible through the historic rampart gates of Budva Old Town (Stari Grad) near Dukley Marina.
•Protected Status / Environment: Historic urban cultural heritage setting situated directly below the medieval Venetian fortifications.
•Notable Feature: ~100m pebble beach named after actor Richard Widmark, who filmed 'The Long Ships' here in 1963.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
NoFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Walk through the western stone gate of Budva Old Town straight onto the beach.
•Swim in the shadow of the medieval fortress walls and citadel bastions
•Named after actor Richard Widmark who filmed 'The Long Ships' here in 1963
•Steps away from the historic pedestrian alleys and cafes of Budva Old Town
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
TIV / TGD · 25m drive25-min transfer from Tivat Airport (TIV) or 50 min from Podgorica.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Richard's Head Beach
What is the water temperature at Richard's Head Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Richard's Head Beach averages 25.8°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Richard's Head Beach?
Richard's Head Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Budva Municipality, Montenegro.
Is Richard's Head Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Richard's Head Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Richard's Head Beach?
Parking arrangements vary locally. Restroom facilities are present.
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