AI-generatedKorčula at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,520 h
- Rain a year
- 1,408 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Korčula
Korčula has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,520 hours of sunshine a year, Korčula is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Korčula
The best time to visit Korčula is from June to September. 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 March to May and from September to October. Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 221 mm.
Korčula through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Korčula in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–24 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Korčula in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–32 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Korčula in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 17–27 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Korčula in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 12–13 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: June – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:0318:11
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:46–07:42 · evening 17:32–18:28
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:35–06:46 · evening 18:28–18:39
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 Korčula compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 13° |
| Sea | 22° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.4 h |
What is the weather like in Korčula in October?
In October, Korčula is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 161 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Korčula.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 7 min07:03 – 18:11
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 48 %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 %53 %
- Seaweight 25 %59 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %50 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %54 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Korčula
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 Korčula: score 97 against 54. In July, days are 10 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °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 | 54 | 97better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 23° |
| Sea | 21.1° | 24.6° |
| Sunshine | 6.0 h | 11.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 161 mm | 29 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 19 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Korčula month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
13January12° · Sea 15° · 4.0 h
In January, Korčula is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 138 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in January16February13° · Sea 14° · 4.7 h
In February, Korčula is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 125 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in February20March16° · Sea 14° · 5.9 h
In March, Korčula is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 123 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in March25April20° · Sea 15° · 6.7 h
In April, Korčula is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 113 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in April65May24° · Sea 18° · 8.3 h
In May, Korčula is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in May91June29° · Sea 22° · 10.0 h
In June, Korčula is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 55 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in June97July32° · Sea 25° · 11.1 h
In July, Korčula is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 29 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in July95August32° · Sea 25° · 10.3 h
In August, Korčula is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 52 mm. On about 24 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 Korčula.
Korčula in August88September27° · Sea 23° · 7.8 h
In September, Korčula is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 131 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in September54October22° · Sea 21° · 6.0 h
In October, Korčula is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 161 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in October16November17° · Sea 19° · 3.9 h
In November, Korčula is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 221 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in November11December13° · Sea 17° · 3.8 h
In December, Korčula is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 173 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Korčula.
Korčula in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Korčula
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)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in August (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 66 days a year, mostly from July to 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 | 13 | 12° | 6° | 14.5° | 4.0 h | 12 | 138 |
| FebruaryFeb | 16 | 13° | 6° | 13.9° | 4.7 h | 11 | 125 |
| MarchMar | 20 | 16° | 9° | 13.9° | 5.9 h | 11 | 123 |
| AprilApr | 25 | 20° | 12° | 15.2° | 6.7 h | 12 | 113 |
| MayMay | 65 | 24° | 16° | 18.4° | 8.3 h | 10 | 88 |
| JuneJun | 91 | 29° | 20° | 22.4° | 10.0 h | 6 | 55 |
| JulyJul | 97 | 32° | 23° | 24.6° | 11.1 h | 4 | 29 |
| AugustAug | 95 | 32° | 23° | 25.2° | 10.3 h | 5 | 52 |
| SeptemberSep | 88 | 27° | 18° | 23.4° | 7.8 h | 8 | 131 |
| OctoberOct | 54 | 22° | 15° | 21.1° | 6.0 h | 10 | 161 |
| NovemberNov | 16 | 17° | 11° | 18.9° | 3.9 h | 14 | 221 |
| DecemberDec | 11 | 13° | 7° | 16.5° | 3.8 h | 13 | 173 |
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 Korčula
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.1 – 22.0 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Korčula ranges from 13.9 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From November 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 24.1 and 26.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.5° | 13.6° | 15.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.9° | 13.3° | 14.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.9° | 13.1° | 14.8° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.2° | 14.6° | 15.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.4° | 17.5° | 19.4° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.4° | 21.3° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.6° | 23.3° | 25.8° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.2° | 24.1° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.4° | 21.9° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.1° | 20.1° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.9° | 17.6° | 20.1° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.5° | 15.2° | 17.4° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Korčula
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 6.0 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Korčula, 54 % 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 Korčula: 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, Korčula has about 10 rainy days with 161 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Korčula
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 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 50 min
- Light brown skin
- about 70 min
- Olive skin
- about 85 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 Korčula
How breezy and how cloudy Korčula 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 Korčula typically peaks at 14 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Korčula: variable cloud, with about 6.0 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 Korčula
How often the day gets hot in Korčula (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, Korčula has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °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 Korčula
Weather for your travel dates
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Korčula 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.
Korčula has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 96) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12).
- 24
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 70
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 96
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 54
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 12
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 12 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 3.9 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 25 min
- Distance
- 1,620 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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Korčula vs Ploče
In October the holiday weather in Korčula and Ploče is about equally good (score 54 vs 55). During the day it is about as warm in Ploče as in Korčula. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Korčula | Ploče |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 54 | 55 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Korčula
When is the best time to visit Korčula?
The best time to visit Korčula is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Korčula?
The sea temperature in Korčula ranges from 13.9 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Korčula in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Korčula?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Korčula?
Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 221 mm. The driest month is July with 29 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Korčula get?
Korčula gets around 2,520 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.1 hours a day; in December there are 3.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Korčula in?
Korčula is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Korčula?
A nonstop flight from London to Korčula takes about 2 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,620 km.
Which school holidays are best for Korčula?
Korčula has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 96) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 24, May half-term 70, summer holidays 96, October half-term 54, Christmas holidays 12.