While planning a trip you always think about what the weather will be like and in which time of the year is it the best to travel so that you can make the most of the days that you will spend in new destination.
Croatia is unique in so many ways and it is ideal choice for all those who want to get to know beautiful, undiscovered destinations. It has its roots since ancient times, which confirms rich cultural heritage that testifies turbulent past from antiquity and the Roman period through the Renaissance, Turkish conquests to the present day.
In addition to the diverse cultural heritage and numerous UNESCO monuments, there is also enchanting nature with 8 national parks and 11 nature parks, that attract many visitors throughout the year.
Croatia offers beautiful beaches and clear sea that occupies most of the Eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea, which is the northernmost arm of the Mediterranean Sea. Due to its position, Croatia is a country of contrasts, so it is necessary to consider three major climatic and natural-geographical units.
Due to its position, Croatia is a country of contrasts, so it is necessary to consider three major climatic and geographical regions. The North and East of the country are characterized by a continental climate, while central Croatia with mountain ranges has mountain and alpine climate and the Adriatic coast has a Mediterranean climate that distinguishes it from the rest of the country.
Croatian continental plains
Continental Croatia includes the Eastern, Northwestern, Western and Northern parts of Croatia. It is also the most important agricultural region and region where prevails continental climate. During January, temperatures vary from -2º to 0° C, while average temperatures in July vary from 20º to 22ºC.
The highest precipitation is in the warm part of the year (April-September), and lowland Croatia generally has no more than 2000 hours of sunshine.
Croatia’s Dinara Mountain Range
This is a regional entity that occupies northwestern part of the Dinaric mountain area, and occupies 14% of the country’s surface. This part of Croatia is also called the “Croatian doorstep” or “Croatian gate” due to the important traffic and geographical position and because it connects the continental and coastal part of Croatia. The characteristics of the harsh alpine-mountain climate are short and cool summers while winters are long and cold with lots of snow. Mountainous Croatia receives the majority of precipitation in the colder part of the year (from October to March), and snow is frequent in January and February.
The coldest month is January with an average temperature of -1.2 ° C, while July is the warmest month with an average temperature of 16.8ºC.
Adriatic coast
Croatian Adriatic coast is one of the most indented coasts in Europe. The length of the coastal line is 4,058.00 km with over 1,200 islands, islets and reefs. This part of Croatia has an average of 2700 hours of sunshine, so the Adriatic coast is one of the sunniest in the Mediterranean.
Adriatic summers are dry and hot, while winter is mild and rainy. The average January temperature is around 6ºC, while the average July temperature is around or higher than 22 ºC. The annual distribution of precipitation is the highest in the colder part of the year (from October to March), and snow is a rare occurrence.
From October to March the coast can be very quiet and many hotels and tourist attractions can be closed. However, mild winters are good for visiting the historic centers of Dubrovnik, Split and Zadar. The Adriatic has the most visitors in July and August, which is also the period when locals take a vacation.
When is the best time to visit Croatia?!
There are three characteristic seasons in Croatia. The pre-season is in the period from January to May, the main season in Croatia is from mid-June to mid-September while the post-season is from October to December. The highest number of visitors is in the last week of July and in first two weeks in August. When to visit Croatia, a lot depends on your personal wishes and situation. If you are traveling with school-age children, you may only be able to come during the school holidays. If you are completely flexible, then the best time to visit Croatia is June and September.
The best time for beach
If you are traveling on holiday to Croatia in search of extraordinary beaches ideal for swimming, then summer (June – September) is the best time to go to the coast. You can expect temperatures from 20ºC to mid 30ºC. Sea temperatures are around 24ºC. A large number of festivals are held then, restaurants, hotels are open and you have a wide selection of day trips and activities.
Best time for sightseeing and walking tours
If you want to visit more cities and go for a sightseeing during your Croatian vacation, then it is best to plan your visit in the pre-season (May – mid-June) or post-season (September-November). Coastal cities, which are full of people and life in summer, fall silent in winter. Still, the low season period has its advantages because the crowds in the cities are not that big and the weather is still pleasant which makes it a perfect combination for sightseeing.
The best time for nature lovers
Croatia is an extremely rich country in diversity and with its 8 National Parks and 11 Nature Parks it is an ideal destination for all those who like to spend time in nature. The best time to visit Croatia for nature lovers is in May and June or September and October when the weather is pleasant and sunny and the National Parks and Nature Parks are displayed in their most beautiful edition.
Have you decided when you will visit Croatia? Great. The only thing that remains for you is to book your vacation in Croatia in time.
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