AI-generatedOmišalj at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Aug
- Warmest month
- Jul · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,330 h
- Rain a year
- 1,347 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 87 m
Climate in Omišalj
Omišalj has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 7 °C. With around 2,330 hours of sunshine a year, Omišalj is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Omišalj
The best time to visit Omišalj 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 in April, in June and from September to October. Rain is frequent in May and from November to January; the wettest month is November with 188 mm.
Omišalj through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Omišalj in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 13–22 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Omišalj in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Omišalj in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 13–24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Omišalj in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 7–9 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 37 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 – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May, Nov – Jan
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Dec – Feb
Snow on 2 or more 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
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 11°
- Midday, 13:00: about 18°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 18°
- Evening, 20:00: about 14°
- Night, 23:00: about 12°
07:1618:19
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 06:58–07:56 · evening 17:39–18:37
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:46–06:58 · evening 18:37–18:48
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 Omišalj 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 15° at the end. The sea cools from 20° to 17°. The days get 1.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21° | 15° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 8° |
| Sea | 20° | 17° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.3 h |
What is the weather like in Omišalj in October?
In October, Omišalj is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 145 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Omišalj.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 3 min07:16 – 18:19
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 58 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %21 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %38 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %46 %
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 Omišalj
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 Omišalj: score 94 against 22. In July, days are 12 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in July. July has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 22 | 94better |
| Daytime high | 18° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 18° |
| Sea | 18.5° | 23.6° |
| Sunshine | 5.3 h | 10.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 145 mm | 58 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 6 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Omišalj month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
9January7° · Sea 11° · 3.4 h
In January, Omišalj is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 11.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 121 mm in total. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in January16February9° · Sea 10° · 4.8 h
In February, Omišalj is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 10.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 110 mm in total. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in February19March13° · Sea 10° · 6.0 h
In March, Omišalj is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 10.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 100 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in March21April18° · Sea 13° · 6.7 h
In April, Omišalj is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 12.6 °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 97 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in April45May22° · Sea 17° · 8.1 h
In May, Omišalj is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 106 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in May83June27° · Sea 21° · 9.2 h
In June, Omišalj is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 62 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in June94July30° · Sea 24° · 10.2 h
In July, Omišalj is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 58 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in July94August30° · Sea 24° · 9.7 h
In August, Omišalj is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 70 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in August66September24° · Sea 21° · 7.0 h
In September, Omišalj is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 143 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in September22October18° · Sea 19° · 5.3 h
In October, Omišalj is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 145 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in October7November13° · Sea 16° · 3.2 h
In November, Omišalj is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 188 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in November7December8° · Sea 13° · 2.9 h
In December, Omišalj is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 13.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 150 mm in total. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Omišalj.
Omišalj in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Omišalj
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°
CoolOctober: nights around 10°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (1°), the warmest in July (18°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to August. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from November to March, so the room should be heated.
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 | 9 | 7° | 1° | 11.2° | 3.4 h | 13 | 121 |
| FebruaryFeb | 16 | 9° | 1° | 10.3° | 4.8 h | 11 | 110 |
| MarchMar | 19 | 13° | 4° | 10.4° | 6.0 h | 11 | 100 |
| AprilApr | 21 | 18° | 8° | 12.6° | 6.7 h | 12 | 97 |
| MayMay | 45 | 22° | 12° | 16.8° | 8.1 h | 12 | 106 |
| JuneJun | 83 | 27° | 16° | 21.2° | 9.2 h | 9 | 62 |
| JulyJul | 94 | 30° | 18° | 23.6° | 10.2 h | 7 | 58 |
| AugustAug | 94 | 30° | 18° | 23.8° | 9.7 h | 8 | 70 |
| SeptemberSep | 66 | 24° | 14° | 21.1° | 7.0 h | 11 | 143 |
| OctoberOct | 22 | 18° | 10° | 18.5° | 5.3 h | 12 | 145 |
| NovemberNov | 7 | 13° | 6° | 15.9° | 3.2 h | 14 | 188 |
| DecemberDec | 7 | 8° | 2° | 13.1° | 2.9 h | 13 | 150 |
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
Sea temperature in Omišalj
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 17.3 – 19.6 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Omišalj ranges from 10.3 °C in February to 23.8 °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 22.0 and 25.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 11.2° | 10.1° | 12.7° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 10.3° | 9.1° | 11.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 10.4° | 9.4° | 11.7° | cold |
| AprilApr | 12.6° | 11.8° | 13.6° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.8° | 15.9° | 18.0° | cold |
| JuneJun | 21.2° | 20.1° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.6° | 22.4° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 23.8° | 22.0° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 21.1° | 19.9° | 23.0° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 18.5° | 17.3° | 19.6° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 15.9° | 14.2° | 17.3° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 13.1° | 12.1° | 14.4° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Omišalj
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 5.3 of 11.0 hours of daylight in Omišalj, 48 % 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
Rain in Omišalj: 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, Omišalj has about 12 rainy days with 145 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Omišalj
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 80 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Omišalj
How breezy and how cloudy Omišalj 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 Omišalj typically peaks at 16 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 58 % of the sky over Omišalj: variable cloud, with about 5.3 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Omišalj
How often the day gets hot in Omišalj (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, Omišalj has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 18 °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
Snow
Snow in Omišalj
Snow is possible in Omišalj, but no month makes it likely: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Omišalj.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to Omišalj
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Omišalj 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.
Omišalj has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 8).
- 20
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
- 53
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 94
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 22
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 8
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 8 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 3.2 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 5 min
- Distance
- 1,310 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.
Good to know: Croatia
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Croatian
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +385
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Omišalj vs Njivice
In October the holiday weather in Omišalj and Njivice is about equally good (score 22 vs 22). During the day Njivice is 1 °C warmer than Omišalj. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Omišalj | Njivice |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 22 | 22 |
| Daytime high | 18° | 19° |
| Sea | 19° | 19° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Best time | Jun – Aug | Jun – Aug |
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Frequently asked questions about Omišalj
When is the best time to visit Omišalj?
The best time to visit Omišalj 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 Omišalj?
The sea temperature in Omišalj ranges from 10.3 °C in February to 23.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
Can you swim in Omišalj in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 18.5 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from June to September.
What is the warmest month in Omišalj?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 18 °C. January is the coolest month at 7 °C.
When does it rain most in Omišalj?
Rain is frequent in May and from November to January; the wettest month is November with 188 mm. The driest month is July with 58 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Omišalj get?
Omišalj gets around 2,330 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.2 hours a day; in December there are 2.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Omišalj in?
Omišalj is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Omišalj?
A nonstop flight from London to Omišalj takes about 2 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,310 km.
Which school holidays are best for Omišalj?
Omišalj has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 8). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 20, May half-term 53, summer holidays 94, October half-term 22, Christmas holidays 8.