The best times to visit Podstrana for ideal weather are

March 26th to July 15th

or

August 27th to November 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Podstrana Travel Info

Weather in Podstrana

Temperature

Average temperatures in Podstrana vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 44th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Podstrana, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 90.4°F (32.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75°F (23.9°C) at night.

Podstrana Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Podstrana Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Podstrana Perceived Temperature (F)

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Podstrana Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Podstrana Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 52.3 48.1 43.9
Feb 52.8 48.1 43.4
Mar 58.5 53.4 48.1
Apr 66.3 60.7 54.6
May 74.3 68.3 61.2
Jun 82.6 76.4 68.6
Jul 88.6 81.8 73.5
Aug 88.3 81.7 73.9
Sep 78.4 72.3 65.6
Oct 68.7 63.5 58.1
Nov 61 56.9 52.4
Dec 53.5 49.5 45.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 11.3 8.9 6.6
Feb 11.6 8.9 6.3
Mar 14.7 11.9 8.9
Apr 19.1 15.9 12.6
May 23.5 20.2 16.2
Jun 28.1 24.7 20.3
Jul 31.4 27.7 23.1
Aug 31.3 27.6 23.3
Sep 25.8 22.4 18.7
Oct 20.4 17.5 14.5
Nov 16.1 13.8 11.3
Dec 11.9 9.7 7.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Podstrana are August, July, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid July. For example, on the week of July 9th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late November with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of November 19th.

When can you find snow in Podstrana? Weather stations report a bit of annual snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late January and early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Podstrana is often around around January 29th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Podstrana.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Podstrana (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 25% 0 3.3
Feb 24% 3.8 3.5
Mar 23% 0 3
Apr 20% 0 2.7
May 18% 0 2.5
Jun 14% 0 2.9
Jul 8% 0 1.5
Aug 5% 0 0.8
Sep 14% 0 2.7
Oct 18% 0 3.7
Nov 25% 0 4.3
Dec 23% 0 3.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 0 8.4
Feb 24 9.7 8.9
Mar 23 0 7.6
Apr 20 0 6.9
May 18 0 6.4
Jun 14 0 7.4
Jul 8 0 3.8
Aug 5 0 2
Sep 14 0 6.9
Oct 18 0 9.4
Nov 25 0 10.9
Dec 23 0 9.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Podstrana has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (38.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (57.9%).

Wind in Podstrana is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by February and December. March’s average wind speed of around 10.4 knots (12 MPH or 19.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 20.7 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Podstrana.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 9 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Feb 10.2 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Mar 10.4 Gentle breeze 17.2 Significant breeze
Apr 8 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
May 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jun 6.4 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 6.3 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Aug 6.1 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Sep 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Oct 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Nov 9 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Dec 9.5 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54.7%
Feb 51.3%
Mar 49.2%
Apr 48.7%
May 45.5%
Jun 44.1%
Jul 38.8%
Aug 39%
Sep 45.6%
Oct 52.9%
Nov 57.9%
Dec 51%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Podstrana?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Croatia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Podstrana, Croatia is July, followed by August and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Podstrana in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 24.1 in December means 24.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Podstrana Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 55.7°F (13.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 2 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Podstrana, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 81.6°F (27.6°C) and 57.1°F (13.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Podstrana to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 57°F (13.9°C) and 50.1°F (10.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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