AI-generatedBale at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Aug
- Warmest month
- Jul · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,580 h
- Rain a year
- 1,356 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 134 m
Climate in Bale
Bale has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while January is the coolest at 9 °C. With around 2,580 hours of sunshine a year, Bale is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Bale
The best time to visit Bale is from June to August. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to June and in September. Rain is frequent from October to November; the wettest month is November with 199 mm.
Bale through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Bale in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 14–22 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Bale in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 26–29 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Bale in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 14–24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Bale in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 9–10 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Jun, Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: June – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 19°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 19°
- Evening, 20:00: about 16°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
07:1918:22
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:01–07:59 · evening 17:42–18:40
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:49–07:01 · evening 18:40–18:52
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Bale compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 21° at the start of the month to 17° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 18°. The days get 1.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21° | 17° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 11° |
| Sea | 21° | 18° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.3 h |
What is the weather like in Bale in October?
In October, Bale is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 167 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bale.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 3 min07:19 – 18:22
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 54 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %40 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %48 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %36 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Bale
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Bale: score 96 against 27. In July, days are 10 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in July. July has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 27 | 96better |
| Daytime high | 19° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 21° |
| Sea | 19.8° | 25.2° |
| Sunshine | 5.9 h | 10.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 13 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 167 mm | 59 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 14 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Bale month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
15January9° · Sea 12° · 4.3 h
In January, Bale is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 11.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 108 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in January20February10° · Sea 10° · 5.8 h
In February, Bale is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 10.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 102 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in February23March14° · Sea 11° · 6.7 h
In March, Bale is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 10.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in March25April17° · Sea 13° · 7.3 h
In April, Bale is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 13.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in April50May22° · Sea 18° · 8.8 h
In May, Bale is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 95 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in May90June26° · Sea 23° · 9.6 h
In June, Bale is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 60 mm. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in June96July29° · Sea 25° · 10.6 h
In July, Bale is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 59 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in July95August29° · Sea 26° · 10.1 h
In August, Bale is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 78 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in August78September24° · Sea 23° · 7.6 h
In September, Bale is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 166 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in September27October19° · Sea 20° · 5.9 h
In October, Bale is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 167 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in October8November14° · Sea 17° · 4.0 h
In November, Bale is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 199 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in November12December10° · Sea 14° · 3.9 h
In December, Bale is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 137 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bale.
Bale in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Bale
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (4°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 42 days a year, mostly in August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15 | 9° | 4° | 11.7° | 4.3 h | 11 | 108 |
| FebruaryFeb | 20 | 10° | 4° | 10.4° | 5.8 h | 10 | 102 |
| MarchMar | 23 | 14° | 7° | 10.6° | 6.7 h | 11 | 96 |
| AprilApr | 25 | 17° | 10° | 13.2° | 7.3 h | 10 | 88 |
| MayMay | 50 | 22° | 15° | 17.7° | 8.8 h | 10 | 95 |
| JuneJun | 90 | 26° | 18° | 22.5° | 9.6 h | 7 | 60 |
| JulyJul | 96 | 29° | 21° | 25.2° | 10.6 h | 7 | 59 |
| AugustAug | 95 | 29° | 21° | 25.8° | 10.1 h | 8 | 78 |
| SeptemberSep | 78 | 24° | 17° | 23.2° | 7.6 h | 10 | 166 |
| OctoberOct | 27 | 19° | 13° | 19.8° | 5.9 h | 13 | 167 |
| NovemberNov | 8 | 14° | 9° | 16.9° | 4.0 h | 14 | 199 |
| DecemberDec | 12 | 10° | 6° | 14.0° | 3.9 h | 12 | 137 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Bale
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 18.6 – 20.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Bale ranges from 10.4 °C in February to 25.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From October to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.5 and 27.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 11.7° | 10.7° | 13.1° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 10.4° | 9.0° | 11.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 10.6° | 9.3° | 12.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 13.2° | 12.1° | 14.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.7° | 16.4° | 19.4° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.5° | 21.2° | 23.7° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.2° | 23.7° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.8° | 24.5° | 27.2° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.2° | 22.0° | 24.6° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 19.8° | 18.6° | 20.7° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 16.9° | 15.5° | 18.4° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 14.0° | 12.8° | 15.4° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Bale
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.9 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Bale, 53 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Bale: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Bale has about 13 rainy days with 167 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Bale
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 45 min
- Fair skin
- about 55 min
- Light brown skin
- about 75 min
- Olive skin
- about 100 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Bale
How breezy and how cloudy Bale is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Bale typically peaks at 21 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Oct – Apr.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 54 % of the sky over Bale: variable cloud, with about 5.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Bale
How often the day gets hot in Bale (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Bale has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 19 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Bale
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Bale in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Bale has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 95) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14).
- 24
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
- 58
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 95
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 27
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 14
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 10 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h
- Distance
- 1,270 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Bale vs Vodnjan
In October the holiday weather in Bale and Vodnjan is about equally good (score 27 vs 27). During the day it is about as warm in Vodnjan as in Bale. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Bale | Vodnjan |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 27 | 27 |
| Daytime high | 19° | 19° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 13 | 13 |
| Best time | Jun – Aug | Jun – Aug |
Through the year
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- 18BaleThis page19°20°27
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Frequently asked questions about Bale
When is the best time to visit Bale?
The best time to visit Bale is from June to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Bale?
The sea temperature in Bale ranges from 10.4 °C in February to 25.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
Can you swim in Bale in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 19.8 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from June to September.
What is the warmest month in Bale?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 9 °C.
When does it rain most in Bale?
Rain is frequent from October to November; the wettest month is November with 199 mm. The driest month is July with 59 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Bale get?
Bale gets around 2,580 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.6 hours a day; in December there are 3.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Bale in?
Bale is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Bale?
A nonstop flight from London to Bale takes about 2 h, for a straight-line distance of about 1,270 km.
Which school holidays are best for Bale?
Bale has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 95) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 24, May half-term 58, summer holidays 95, October half-term 27, Christmas holidays 14.