AI-generatedPag at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Aug
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,580 h
- Rain a year
- 1,167 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 18 m
Climate in Pag
Pag has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 9 °C. With around 2,580 hours of sunshine a year, Pag is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Pag
The best time to visit Pag 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 from September to October. The wettest month is November with 174 mm of precipitation.
Pag through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Pag in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 14–23 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Pag in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Pag in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 14–24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Pag in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 9–10 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.2 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 – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
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
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 12°
- Midday, 13:00: about 19°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 19°
- Evening, 20:00: about 15°
- Night, 23:00: about 14°
07:1318:18
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 06:55–07:53 · evening 17:38–18:36
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:44–06:55 · evening 18:36–18:47
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 Pag compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 22° at the start of the month to 17° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 19°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22° | 17° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 9° |
| Sea | 21° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.3 h |
What is the weather like in Pag in October?
In October, Pag is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 125 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pag.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 4 min07:13 – 18:18
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 50 %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 %5 %
- Seaweight 25 %43 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %52 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %57 %
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 Pag
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 Pag: score 99 against 34. In July, days are 11 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °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 | 34 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 19° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 19° |
| Sea | 20.0° | 24.4° |
| Sunshine | 6.1 h | 11.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 125 mm | 33 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 8 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Pag month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
13January9° · Sea 14° · 4.0 h
In January, Pag is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 13.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in January19February10° · Sea 12° · 5.2 h
In February, Pag is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 103 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in February23March14° · Sea 12° · 6.4 h
In March, Pag is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 95 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in March25April18° · Sea 14° · 7.4 h
In April, Pag is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in April54May23° · Sea 18° · 8.8 h
In May, Pag is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °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 89 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in May89June27° · Sea 22° · 9.9 h
In June, Pag is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 47 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 Pag.
Pag in June99July30° · Sea 24° · 11.1 h
In July, Pag is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 33 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in July98August30° · Sea 25° · 10.7 h
In August, Pag is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 53 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in August82September24° · Sea 23° · 7.8 h
In September, Pag is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 112 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in September34October19° · Sea 20° · 6.1 h
In October, Pag is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 125 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in October12November14° · Sea 18° · 3.8 h
In November, Pag is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 174 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag in November10December10° · Sea 15° · 3.4 h
In December, Pag is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 139 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pag.
Pag 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 Pag
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 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (2°), the warmest in July (19°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to September. 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 | 13 | 9° | 2° | 13.5° | 4.0 h | 11 | 107 |
| FebruaryFeb | 19 | 10° | 2° | 12.4° | 5.2 h | 10 | 103 |
| MarchMar | 23 | 14° | 5° | 12.4° | 6.4 h | 10 | 95 |
| AprilApr | 25 | 18° | 9° | 14.0° | 7.4 h | 11 | 91 |
| MayMay | 54 | 23° | 13° | 17.6° | 8.8 h | 10 | 89 |
| JuneJun | 89 | 27° | 17° | 21.8° | 9.9 h | 6 | 47 |
| JulyJul | 99 | 30° | 19° | 24.4° | 11.1 h | 5 | 33 |
| AugustAug | 98 | 30° | 19° | 24.7° | 10.7 h | 6 | 53 |
| SeptemberSep | 82 | 24° | 15° | 22.6° | 7.8 h | 8 | 112 |
| OctoberOct | 34 | 19° | 11° | 20.0° | 6.1 h | 10 | 125 |
| NovemberNov | 12 | 14° | 7° | 17.6° | 3.8 h | 13 | 174 |
| DecemberDec | 10 | 10° | 3° | 15.3° | 3.4 h | 12 | 139 |
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 Pag
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.0 – 21.0 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Pag ranges from 12.4 °C in February to 24.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
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 23.4 and 26.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.5° | 12.6° | 15.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.4° | 11.2° | 13.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.4° | 11.5° | 13.4° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.0° | 13.1° | 14.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.6° | 16.5° | 18.8° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.8° | 20.5° | 22.9° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.4° | 23.3° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 24.7° | 23.4° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.6° | 21.6° | 24.2° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.0° | 19.0° | 21.0° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 17.6° | 16.4° | 18.7° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.3° | 14.2° | 16.3° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Pag
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 6.1 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Pag, 55 % 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 Pag: 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, Pag has about 10 rainy days with 125 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Pag
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 55 min
- Light brown skin
- about 75 min
- Olive skin
- about 95 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 Pag
How breezy and how cloudy Pag 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 Pag typically peaks at 15 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 50 % of the sky over Pag: variable cloud, with about 6.1 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 Pag
How often the day gets hot in Pag (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, Pag 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 Pag
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Pag 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.
Pag has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12).
- 24
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
- 61
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 98
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 34
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 12
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 9 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 10 min
- Distance
- 1,390 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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Pag vs Karlobag
In October the holiday weather in Pag and Karlobag is about equally good (score 34 vs 32). During the day it is about as warm in Karlobag as in Pag. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Pag | Karlobag |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 34 | 32 |
| Daytime high | 19° | 19° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Aug | Jun – Aug |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Pag
When is the best time to visit Pag?
The best time to visit Pag 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 Pag?
The sea temperature in Pag ranges from 12.4 °C in February to 24.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Pag in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Pag?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 19 °C. January is the coolest month at 9 °C.
When does it rain most in Pag?
The wettest month is November with 174 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 33 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Pag get?
Pag gets around 2,580 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.1 hours a day; in December there are 3.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Pag in?
Pag is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Pag?
A nonstop flight from London to Pag takes about 2 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,390 km.
Which school holidays are best for Pag?
Pag has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 24, May half-term 61, summer holidays 98, October half-term 34, Christmas holidays 12.