Zadar, CroatiaQuick decision
When to visit Zadar?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
19°C–27°C in June
🌧 Least rain
18% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
December (40%)
📅 Best score
9.3/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Sunset & Sea OrganYear-round — Hitchcock called it the world's most beautiful sunset.
Beaches & IslandsJune–September — Sakarun on Dugi Otok, Kornati day trips.
Roman HeritageYear-round — Roman Forum, St Donatus Church and ramparts.
Dalmatian FoodYear-round — fresh seafood, maraschino and olive oil.
Monthly climate data
Zadar weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 3°C | 11°C | 36% | 3.4 | 7.6h | 4.6/10 |
| ⛅ February | 4°C | 13°C | 34% | 3.7 | 8.4h | 5.3/10 |
| ⛅ March | 6°C | 14°C | 35% | 3.3 | 10.2h | 6.3/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 9°C | 18°C | 30% | 2.3 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 14°C | 21°C | 33% | 3.2 | 13.0h | 7.7/10 |
| ☀️ June | 19°C | 27°C | 18% | 1.6 | 14.0h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ July | 21°C | 30°C | 15% | 1.2 | 13.9h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ August | 21°C | 30°C | 14% | 1.9 | 12.3h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 17°C | 25°C | 29% | 4.0 | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 13°C | 20°C | 30% | 3.8 | 9.4h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 9°C | 16°C | 45% | 6.0 | 7.5h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 5°C | 12°C | 40% | 4.5 | 7.0h | 4.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 18°C, 33% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 29°C, 16% rainy days, 13.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 20°C, 35% rainy days, 9.3h sunshine/day. Score: 6.9/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 12°C, 37% rainy days, 7.7h sunshine/day. Score: 4.8/10.
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FAQ
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June is ideal with 18% rainy days and 27°C.
December is the wettest month with 40% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 27°C.
In winter, the average score is 4.8/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
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