7-day forecast Water levels by month Water temperature Rafting in the rain

Tara River weather and water levels for rafting

A 7-day forecast for the camp and the rafting section of the canyon, plus monthly averages. In short: May has the highest water and strongest rapids, the river calms down from the second half of June, and in July and August the water is warmest (about 16-20°C). Rafting goes ahead in the rain too.

Weather forecast for the camp - next 7 days

Live forecast for Hum - Šćepan Polje (camp and rafting area). River flow is a model estimate compared with the usual flow for that month (2016-2025).

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Weather and water levels by month (May - October)

Month Air (avg. max / min) Rain / month Flow (May = 100%) Water What to expect
May 21° / 10°C 117 mm
100%
8-12°C, coldest Highest water, strongest rapids (snowmelt from Durmitor)
June 26° / 15°C 115 mm
54%
warming up High at the start of the month, calmer from mid-June
July 28° / 16°C 86 mm
31%
16-20°C, warmest Lower, calmer river - best for families
August 28° / 17°C 75 mm
21%
16-20°C, warmest Calm river, most stable weather
September 23° / 13°C 72 mm
20%
cooling down Lowest flow, quiet canyon, autumn colours begin
October 19° / 8°C 76 mm
31%
colder Depends on autumn rain, cool mornings

Data: Open-Meteo.com (ERA5 reanalysis and GloFAS river discharge, 2016-2025 averages), licence CC BY 4.0. Water temperatures are from our skippers' season observations.

Which month should you choose?

May is for thrill-seekers: the highest water and strongest rapids, but also the coldest water. More in Tara rafting in May.

June is the sweet spot: the water is still high early in the month and the river calms down from mid-June. See Tara rafting in June.

July and August are best for families and beginners: a calmer river, the warmest water and settled weather. Our guide for parents: rafting with kids.

September and October bring a quiet canyon, fewer people and autumn colours. The full month-by-month overview is in the best month for Tara River rafting.

Whatever the month, weekdays (Monday - Friday) are quieter on the river and all packages are 20% off.

Questions about weather and water levels

Does rafting go ahead in the rain?

Yes. You get wet on the river anyway, and a wetsuit, life jacket and helmet are included in every package. Rain often makes the canyon even more beautiful, with waterfalls running down the cliffs.

When is the Tara River at its highest?

In spring, from April to the end of May, when the snow on Durmitor melts. In May the rapids are strongest and the water coldest (about 8-12°C). From the second half of June the water level drops and the river becomes calmer.

When is the river calmest?

In July, August and September, when the flow is lowest. The water is also warmest then, about 16-20°C, which makes it the best time for families with children and beginners.

What is the water temperature of the Tara?

About 8-12°C in May and about 16-20°C in July and August. A wetsuit comes with your equipment, so the cold water is no problem even in May.

What is the weather like in the canyon in summer?

In July and August the average daytime high at the camp is about 28°C, with pleasantly cool nights of about 16-17°C. In May expect about 21°C by day and 10°C at night, so bring a warmer jacket for the evening.

Where does the data come from?

The live forecast and monthly averages come from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis and the GloFAS river discharge model) for the camp location. River flow is a model estimate, not a gauge reading. Water temperatures are from our skippers' observations during the season.

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