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Ugljan weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Ugljan at a glance

Best time
Jun – Sep
Warmest month
Aug · 30°
Warmest sea
Aug · 25.3°
Sunshine a year
2,550 h
Rain a year
1,167 mm
Climate
Temperate
Time zone
UTC+1 / UTC+2
Elevation
6 m

Climate in Ugljan

Ugljan 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 10 °C. With around 2,550 hours of sunshine a year, Ugljan is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Ugljan

The best time to visit Ugljan 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 April to June and from September to October. The wettest month is November with 174 mm of precipitation.

Ugljan through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Ugljan in spring

Mar – May

34

Poor

  • 14–23 °C by day
  • Sea 15 °C
  • 7.4 h of sun a day
  • 30 rainy days in all

Ugljan in summer

Jun – Aug

96

Excellent

  • 27–30 °C by day
  • Sea 24 °C
  • 10.5 h of sun a day
  • 16 rainy days in all

Ugljan in autumn

Sep – Nov

46

Fair

  • 15–25 °C by day
  • Sea 21 °C
  • 5.8 h of sun a day
  • 31 rainy days in all

Ugljan in winter

Dec – Feb

14

Poor

  • 10–11 °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

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Ugljan for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: July – August

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

38

Holiday weather in October

Poor

Best time to visit: June – September

Good forSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 13°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 19°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 20°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 16°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 15°

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 06:55–07:52 · 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 Ugljan compared with home

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 22° to 19°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high22°17°
Night-time low14°10°
Sea22°19°
Daylight11.8 h10.4 h

What is the weather like in Ugljan in October?

In October, Ugljan is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 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 Ugljan.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 5 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 %15 %
  • Seaweight 25 %47 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %48 %
  • 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 Ugljan

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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July has the better holiday weather in Ugljan: score 99 against 38. In July, days are 10 °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.

October vs July, Ugljan
MonthOctoberJuly
Holiday weather score3899better
Daytime high20°30°
Night-time low12°20°
Sea20.3°24.7°
Sunshine5.9 h11.1 hbetter
Rainy days105better
Rainfall125 mm33 mmbetter
Muggy days0better15

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Ugljan month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

13January10° · Sea 14° · 3.9 h

In January, Ugljan is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours 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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in January
19February11° · Sea 13° · 5.2 h

In February, Ugljan is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 12.8 °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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in February
22March14° · Sea 13° · 6.3 h

In March, Ugljan is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 12.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in March
25April18° · Sea 14° · 7.2 h

In April, Ugljan is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in April
55May23° · Sea 18° · 8.8 h

In May, Ugljan is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °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 89 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Ugljan.

Ugljan in May
90June27° · Sea 22° · 9.9 h

In June, Ugljan is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °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. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Ugljan.

Ugljan in June
99July30° · Sea 25° · 11.1 h

In July, Ugljan is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °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 14 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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in July
98August30° · Sea 25° · 10.5 h

In August, Ugljan is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 53 mm. On about 16 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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in August
86September25° · Sea 23° · 7.7 h

In September, Ugljan is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in September
38October20° · Sea 20° · 5.9 h

In October, Ugljan is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in October
13November15° · Sea 18° · 3.8 h

In November, Ugljan is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in November
10December11° · Sea 16° · 3.4 h

In December, Ugljan is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °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 Ugljan.

Ugljan in December

Climate in detail

Year & climate table

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Ugljan

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 12°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.

The coolest nights are in January (3°), the warmest in July (20°). 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) in 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 45 days a year, mostly from July to August.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 20°Night 12°Sea 20°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan1310°3°13.9°3.9 h11107
FebruaryFeb1911°3°12.8°5.2 h10103
MarchMar2214°6°12.8°6.3 h1095
AprilApr2518°10°14.3°7.2 h1191
MayMay5523°14°17.7°8.8 h1089
JuneJun9027°18°22.0°9.9 h647
JulyJul9930°20°24.7°11.1 h533
AugustAug9830°20°25.3°10.5 h653
SeptemberSep8625°16°23.2°7.7 h8112
OctoberOct3820°12°20.3°5.9 h10125
NovemberNov1315°9°18.0°3.8 h13174
DecemberDec1011°4°15.7°3.4 h12139

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
Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Ugljan

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October20.3°Crefreshing

8 in 10 years: 19.4 – 21.4 °C

Swimming season: Jun – Oct

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 20.3°8 in 10 years 19.4° – 21.4°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Ugljan ranges from 12.8 °C in February to 25.3 °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 24.0 and 26.4 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan13.9°13.0°15.2°cold
FebruaryFeb12.8°11.7°13.9°cold
MarchMar12.8°11.9°13.9°cold
AprilApr14.3°13.5°15.1°cold
MayMay17.7°16.6°19.0°fresh
JuneJun22.0°20.7°23.2°refreshing
JulyJul24.7°23.6°26.0°pleasant
AugustAug25.3°24.0°26.4°pleasant
SeptemberSep23.2°22.3°24.6°pleasant
OctoberOct20.3°19.4°21.4°refreshing
NovemberNov18.0°17.0°19.1°fresh
DecemberDec15.7°14.6°16.7°cold
Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Ugljan

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,550 hours
Sunniest month
Jul · 11.1 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 3.4 h a day
OctoberSunshine 5.9 hDaylight 11.1 hShare of daylight 53 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 5.9 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Ugljan, 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
Rain

Rain in Ugljan: 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.

Per year
1,167 mm on 111 days
Wettest month
Nov · 174 mm
Driest month
Jul · 33 mm
OctoberRainy days 10Rainfall 125 mm

In October, Ugljan has about 10 rainy days with 125 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in Ugljan

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 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 & clouds

Wind and clouds in Ugljan

How breezy and how cloudy Ugljan 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.

Year average
15 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Mar · 17 km/h
Calmest month
Jun · 14 km/h
OctoberWind 15 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Ugljan 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.

Year average
47 % · variable cloud
Clearest month
Jul · 26 %
Cloudiest month
Nov · 60 %
OctoberCloud cover 50 %Sunshine 5.9 h

In October, cloud covers on average 50 % of the sky over Ugljan: 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 & humidity
Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Ugljan

How often the day gets hot in Ugljan (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
36 days
Hottest month
Aug · 30 °C
Hot months
Aug

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 0Daytime high 20 °C

In October, Ugljan has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 20 °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 Ugljan

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Ugljan 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.

Ugljan has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    24

    Poor

    • 17 °C by day
    • Sea 14 °C
    • 6.9 h of sun a day
    • 10 rainy days a month
  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    62

    Good

    • 24 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 9.0 h of sun a day
    • 9 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    98

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 30 °C by day
    • Sea 25 °C
    • 10.7 h of sun a day
    • 5 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • October half-term

    Oct

    38

    Poor

    • 20 °C by day
    • Sea 20 °C
    • 5.9 h of sun a day
    • 10 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    12

    Poor

    • 10 °C by day
    • Sea 15 °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
1,420 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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Ugljan vs Zadar

In October Zadar has the better holiday weather (score 43 vs 38). During the day Zadar is 1 °C warmer than Ugljan. The sea in Zadar is 1 °C warmer.

Ugljan vs Zadar, in October
in OctoberUgljanZadar
Holiday weather score3843
Daytime high20°21°
Sea20°21°
Sunshine6 h6 h
Rainy days1010
Best timeJun – SepJun – Sep

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OctoberUgljan 20°Zadar 21°
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In October, Ugljan ranks 12 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

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  4. 4Trogir22°21°52
  5. 5Split21°21°48
  6. 6Pašman21°21°47
  7. 7Šibenik21°21°47
  8. 8Murter21°21°45
  9. 12UgljanThis page20°20°38
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Frequently asked questions about Ugljan

When is the best time to visit Ugljan?

The best time to visit Ugljan 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 Ugljan?

The sea temperature in Ugljan ranges from 12.8 °C in February to 25.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.

Can you swim in Ugljan in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim.

What is the warmest month in Ugljan?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 10 °C.

When does it rain most in Ugljan?

The wettest month is November with 174 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 33 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Ugljan get?

Ugljan gets around 2,550 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 Ugljan in?

Ugljan is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.

How long is the flight from London to Ugljan?

A nonstop flight from London to Ugljan takes about 2 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,420 km.

Which school holidays are best for Ugljan?

Ugljan 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 62, summer holidays 98, October half-term 38, Christmas holidays 12.