Veli Rat Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Veli Rat.

Climate overview of Veli Rat

Veli Rat, Dugi Otok, Croatia, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) in August, while winters cool to 12°C (54°F) in January.

With around 1032 mm (41 in) of annual rainfall, Veli Rat has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is November. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 11.7 hours of daily sunshine.

Veli Rat Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Veli Rat - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Veli Rat

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Veli Rat. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°C (54°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in August to 8°C (46°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Veli Rat

Veli Rat has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1032 mm (41 in) of rainfall annually. Veli Rat can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 160 mm (6.3 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation spread across 9 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Veli Rat Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Veli Rat

Veli Rat can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Zadar, Croatia (30 KM, 18 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Zadar, Croatia (30 KM, 18 Miles).

Humidity in Veli Rat by Month

Best Time to Visit Veli Rat

Conditions in Veli Rat are generally most comfortable in May, June, July and August. They are typically least comfortable in December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: May, June, July and August
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: July
  • Fewest rainy days: July, August and September
  • Wettest months: January, February, September, October, November and December, when rainfall is highest.
  • Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Veli Rat

What is the best time to visit Veli Rat?

May, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Veli Rat. In contrast, December tends to have less optimal conditions. Veli Rat has warm summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Veli Rat?

Daytime highs range from 12°C (54°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 8°C (46°F) to 24°C (75°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Veli Rat get?

Annual rainfall is around 1032 mm (41 in). November is the wettest month with 160 mm (6.3 in), while July is the driest with 28 mm (1.1 in).

How sunny is Veli Rat?

Veli Rat receives around 2,566 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 350 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 106 hours. Overall, Veli Rat enjoys abundant sunshine.

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