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# When Is The Best Time To Visit Croatia? Here Is When...

Written by our local expert SJ Sarah-Jane has lived in Croatia for 10+ years. SJ, as she is known, has been traveling the Balkans & beyond since 2000. She now shares her passion for traveling with her husband & kids. This is the best and only guide that you need to know when the best time to visit Croatia is – written by two locals who have lived in Croatia for more than ten years! Croatia has become increasingly popular as a tourist destination in Europe over the last decade I have been living here, and it’s not surprising! There are stunning beaches (mostly pebbly, with a few sandy ones ), gorgeous islands with a Mediterranean feel, beautiful lakes and woodlands, and lively historic cities to explore. There’s not much you can’t do in Croatia, so it’s also an excellent destination for families looking for somewhere with a range of activities to keep everyone happy. Whether you want to be rafting down rivers , hiking in the mountains , or sunbathing on the beach , Croatia is the place to go. But before you start packing your bags and buying plane tickets, it’s worth considering what you want to do on your holiday so you can figure out the best time to go. RECOMMENDED POST What To Pack For Croatia Skip Ahead To My Advice Here! Croatia Travel Seasons Most people consider the summer months the best time to visit Croatia . It can get quite hot in summer, but the sunny weather and soaring temperatures are perfect if you plan to sunbathe for most of your holiday and drink cocktails on the beachfront. On the other hand, spring and autumn have their appeal. While winter can get quite cold, spring is mild and sunny, and autumn is far less crowded, thanks to everyone heading home after the peak summer season. It’s also worth remembering that the coast is always warmer than the inland areas, even in winter. At this time of year, the coast of Croatia is worth visiting as long as you’re more interested in sightseeing than sunbathing and you don’t mind putting up with occasional rain. That said, one major drawback of visiting in winter is that you can’t guarantee things will be open. Local business owners often take time off in the winter when there aren’t many visitors, so it’s not unusual for hotels and restaurants to shut down in areas that rely on tourism. RECOMMENDED POSTS What To Do In Croatia During Spring Best Things To Do In Winter In Croatia Temperatures In Croatia Throughout The Year Temperatures vary a lot depending on where you are. To get an idea of the difference in average temperatures in Croatia between the coast and inland, let’s have a look at the temperatures during the year in Split and Zagreb . Once you know Croatia’s temperatures by month, it’ll be easier for you to decide when the best time to visit is. December & January Temperatures – Low Season To start with, December and January are the coldest months of the year, with lows of -2 degrees and highs of 5 degrees in Zagreb. It’s a fair bit warmer along the coast, with lows of 4 degrees and highs of 12 degrees in Split, but it’s definitely not ideal for beach or sightseeing. February & March Temperatures February is slightly warmer, but it’s worth waiting until March when temperatures rise considerably. It’s still chilly in March, with lows near zero in Zagreb and highs of about 15 in Split, even on the warmest days . April, May & June Temperatures. – Shoulder Season Ideally, you want to visit Croatia in April, May, or June. These are among the most pleasant months temperature-wise, with highs ranging from the mid-teens to the low-to-mid 20s and lows of about 7 degrees in April and 14 degrees in June in Zagreb. The coast is warmer again, with highs reaching the mid-to-high 20s by June and lows staying above 10 degrees throughout April, May, and June. July & August Temperatures – High Season In July and August, temperatures in Zagreb don’t drop below 15 degrees, and warm days reach almost 30 degrees. On the other hand, Split doesn’t get much cooler than 20 degrees, and super-hot days reach over 30 degrees. September, October & November Temperatures – Shoulder Season September and October are mild but still holiday-worthy. Split still has highs well over 20 degrees in September, with a slight drop in October, and even the coldest days don’t drop much below 15 degrees. There’s a noticeable difference in temperatures in Zagreb, though, with lows of 12 degrees in September and 7 degrees by October. However, there are occasional days in September when the city hits 20 degrees or more, and highs in October oscillate around 15 degrees. November is cooler still, and temperatures drop significantly, especially in Zagreb, in the lead-up to winter. Overall, the best time to go to Croatia is from April to June , or to hold off and visit in September, after most of the big crowds of tourists are gone. May is arguably the best month to visit Croatia, and spring and autumn are the best times of year to see if you want to save money and avoid other tourists. When To Go To Croatia On A Budget Swanky Mint Hostel Zagreb If money is a significant factor in your holiday, and you’re looking to travel on as little as possible, then avoid Croatia in the summer, when all the cruise ships start sailing in. Tourists from around the globe make their way to the coast to enjoy the sun and sand. *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” tabindex=”-1″ data-turn-id=”499f77d1-09c2-47a5-a34d-aced70765f84″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-4″ data-scroll-anchor=”true” data-turn=”assistant”> It has to be said that Croatia isn’t usually as expensive as some other Western European destinations, which is part of what makes it so attractive compared to other countries in Europe, but prices definitely go up in summer.