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Best Time to Visit Zadar

The best months to visit Zadar are May, Jun, Oct. Here is the full monthly breakdown.

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Best Months: May, Jun, Oct

These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Zadar. Expect highs of 22°C to 27°C to 21°C with relatively dry conditions.

Warmest Month

July

30°C high

Coldest Month

February

4°C low

Driest Month

August

5 rain days

Wettest Month

March

18 rain days

Monthly Weather

January

High: 12°C / Low: 5°C

14 rain days

12°

5°Jan

February

High: 13°C / Low: 4°C

10 rain days

13°

4°Feb

March

High: 15°C / Low: 7°C

18 rain days

15°

7°Mar

April

High: 18°C / Low: 9°C

12 rain days

18°

9°Apr

May

High: 22°C / Low: 14°C

13 rain days

22°

14°May

June

High: 27°C / Low: 18°C

6 rain days

27°

18°Jun

July

High: 30°C / Low: 21°C

6 rain days

30°

21°Jul

August

High: 30°C / Low: 20°C

5 rain days

30°

20°Aug

September

High: 26°C / Low: 17°C

10 rain days

26°

17°Sep

October

High: 21°C / Low: 13°C

13 rain days

21°

13°Oct

November

High: 16°C / Low: 8°C

15 rain days

16°

8°Nov

December

High: 13°C / Low: 5°C

12 rain days

13°

5°Dec

Best monthsTemperatures in °C (high/low)

Tourist Seasons in Zadar

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Peak Season

May, June, October

+Best weather conditions
+Most activities and events
-Higher prices and larger crowds
-Book accommodation well in advance

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Shoulder Season

April, July, September, November

+Good weather, fewer tourists
+Better value for accommodation
+More authentic local experiences
~Some attractions may have reduced hours

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Off Season

January, February, March, August, December

+Lowest prices of the year
+No crowds at attractions
-Weather may be less favourable
-Some seasonal businesses may close

Month-by-Month Breakdown

Month	High	Low	Rain Days	Season	Packing Tip
January	12°C	5°C	14	Off Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
February	13°C	4°C	10	Off Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
March	15°C	7°C	18	Off Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
April	18°C	9°C	12	Shoulder Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
May★	22°C	14°C	13	Peak Season	Pack layers for comfortable days, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
June★	27°C	18°C	6	Peak Season	Pack light summer clothes and sunscreen, a light rain jacket.
July	30°C	21°C	6	Shoulder Season	Pack light summer clothes and sunscreen, a light rain jacket.
August	30°C	20°C	5	Off Season	Pack light summer clothes and sunscreen, a light rain jacket.
September	26°C	17°C	10	Shoulder Season	Pack light summer clothes and sunscreen, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
October★	21°C	13°C	13	Peak Season	Pack layers for comfortable days, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
November	16°C	8°C	15	Shoulder Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
December	13°C	5°C	12	Off Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.

Season Timeline

JanJ

FebF

MarM

AprA

MayM

JunJ

JulJ

AugA

SepS

OctO

NovN

DecD

PeakShoulderOff Season

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Zadar?

The best months to visit Zadar are May, Jun, Oct. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall.

What is the weather like in Zadar?

Zadar has temperatures ranging from 4°C to 30°C throughout the year. Summer (June to August) is the warmest period.

When is peak tourist season in Zadar?

Peak tourist season in Zadar is typically around May and Jun and Oct. For lower prices and fewer crowds, consider visiting during shoulder season months.

Is Zadar worth visiting in winter?

Winter in Zadar (December to February) sees lows of around 2°C. It can be cold, but you will find lower prices and thinner crowds.

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