Climate Insights for Šibenik

Šibenik-Knin County, Croatia

Hottest
August
31°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
January
4°C low39°F low
Wettest
November
176 mm rain6.9 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Šibenik is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1,027 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 176 mm of rainfall. Šibenik is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.The climate in Šibenik is temperate. The average annual temperature is 61°F and approximately 40.4 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 6.9 in of rainfall. Šibenik is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 39°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 11°Average: 7°Min: 4°FebMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 5°MarMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 7°AprMax: 18°Average: 14°Min: 10°MayMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°JunMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°JulMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 21°AugMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 21°SepMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°OctMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 13°NovMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 9°DecMax: 12°Average: 9°Min: 6°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 51°FAverage: 45°FMin: 39°FFebMax: 55°FAverage: 48°FMin: 42°FMarMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 44°FAprMax: 65°FAverage: 57°FMin: 49°FMayMax: 72°FAverage: 65°FMin: 57°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FJulMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 69°FAugMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 69°FSepMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FOctMax: 70°FAverage: 62°FMin: 55°FNovMax: 60°FAverage: 54°FMin: 49°FDecMax: 54°FAverage: 48°FMin: 42°F
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Temperatures in Šibenik vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Šibenik vary considerably across the year, with a 48°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 39°F and an average of 45°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 1mmFebPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 1mmMarPrecipitation: 93mmSnow: 1mmAprPrecipitation: 74mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 50mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 176mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 124mmSnow: 0mm
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0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 1inFebPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6.9inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 0in
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Šibenik is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,027 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 176 mm of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 24 mm. That's 152 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Šibenik is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.9 in of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.9 in. That's 6 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Šibenik is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Šibenik is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan7°45°F
Feb9°48°F
Mar11°51°F
Apr14°57°F
May18°65°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul26°78°F
Aug26°78°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct16°62°F
Nov12°54°F
Dec9°48°F

The best time to visit Šibenik is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Šibenik is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 87°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 39°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Šibenik based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Šibenik based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
4 °C39 °F
11 °C51 °F
13 km/h8 mph
90 mm3.6 in
1 cm1 in
Feb
5 °C42 °F
13 °C55 °F
13 km/h8 mph
88 mm3.5 in
1 cm0 in
Mar
7 °C44 °F
15 °C59 °F
13 km/h8 mph
93 mm3.7 in
1 cm0 in
Apr
10 °C49 °F
18 °C65 °F
12 km/h7 mph
74 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C57 °F
22 °C72 °F
11 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
18 °C65 °F
28 °C82 °F
10 km/h6 mph
39 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C69 °F
30 °C87 °F
10 km/h6 mph
24 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C69 °F
31 °C87 °F
10 km/h6 mph
50 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
17 °C62 °F
26 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
95 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
13 °C55 °F
21 °C70 °F
11 km/h7 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
9 °C49 °F
16 °C60 °F
13 km/h8 mph
176 mm6.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
6 °C42 °F
12 °C54 °F
12 km/h8 mph
124 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in