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The Adriatic coast and its clear calm water, mild summer climate, idyllic villages and historic towns - a magnificent sailing area, which makes Croatia one of the best destinations for sailors.
The marvellous coastline is sheltered by a series of 700 islands, with numerous anchorages and ports to fit the temper of every type of sailor. You can find lonely and romantic anchorages or be part of the local daily life in the country's cosy harbours and modern, well-equipped marinas. Magnificent nature has provided this abundant and diverse country with peaceful coves, beaches, mountains, evergreen groves and narrow passages between islands and the possibility of open sea stretches - which has the cleanest and clearest water you can imagine.
The magnificent sailing area in the region around Zadar offers the best of Croatia and combines remote islands, beautiful bays and energetic cities with a fascinating cultural heritage.
Departure: Most of our guests sail from Biograd, Zadar or Sukosan. All of these marinas are minutes from Zadar International Airport.
Enjoy both short passages in protected water, as well as long trips in steady winds. Northern Croatia offers:
The best time to sail is from April to October. In May and June, the strength of the wind is light to moderate, while July and August are characterized by calm weather - perfect for those who prefer a quiet atmosphere. The wind mainly comes from the west, but later in the year, usually in late September, the region is in periods affected by the strong Bora wind from the north, and sirocco-wind (moist wind from east-southeast).
The area has a tidal range of 1-2 meters, and the normal temperature in the sailing season is 27°C.
Month |
°C Max |
°C Min |
Avg. precipitation (mm) |
Avg. Water temp. (°C) |
Avg. wind (m/s) |
January |
8 |
1 |
95 |
14 |
3 |
February |
10 |
2 |
86 |
14 |
3 |
March |
12 |
4 |
89 |
14 |
4,5 |
April |
16 |
8 |
82 |
14 |
4,5 |
May |
21 |
12 |
69 |
17 |
4 |
June |
25 |
15 |
74 |
21 |
2,5 |
July |
28 |
17 |
46 |
24 |
2,5 |
August |
28 |
17 |
64 |
25 |
2,5 |
September |
25 |
14 |
75 |
23 |
2,5 |
October |
19 |
10 |
102 |
20 |
2,5 |
November |
14 |
6 |
134 |
17 |
2,5 |
December |
10 |
3 |
127 |
15 |
2,5 |