Zadar

Zadar County Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zadar County, Croatia in August.

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Zadar Pag Biograd na Moru Vir

Planning a trip to Zadar County, Croatia this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Zadar County in August

Zadar County, Croatia is a region in Croatia. August in Zadar County generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with moderate precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Ist at 27°C (81°F) and very warm in Polača at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Polača and 24°C (75°F) in Ist. In Zadar County, Croatia, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Zadar County, Croatia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Veli Rat with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Gračac with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Zadar enjoys about 322 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Zadar County by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Zadar County - and find the best time to visit. (based on Zadar)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March15°C (59°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) June27°C (81°F) July30°C (86°F) This monthAugust30°C (86°F) September25°C (77°F) October21°C (70°F) November16°C (61°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Zadar County in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Zadar County.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Zadar County

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Zadar County, Croatia?

Temperature range in Zadar County (August)

Precipitation variation in Zadar County (August)

Zadar

In August Zadar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
322 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Pag

In August Pag generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
322 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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Biograd na Moru

In August Biograd na Moru generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
351 hours
323 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Vir

In August Vir generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
322 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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Starigrad-Paklenica

In August Starigrad-Paklenica generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
322 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
very good
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Zadar County, in Croatia.

In our records: Croatia August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Croatia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Croatia reached 43°C (109°F) in Orebić on August 2, 1998.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Zadar County in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zadar 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Pag 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Biograd na Moru 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Vir 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Starigrad-Paklenica 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Bibinje 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Zadar County weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zadar County, Croatia in August?

Expect good weather across Zadar County, Croatia in August. The popular destination of Zadar averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Zadar County, Croatia in August?

Average temperatures in Zadar County, Croatia during August range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Zadar.

Does Zadar County, Croatia get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Zadar County, Croatia. Zadar averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Zadar County, Croatia?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Zadar County, Croatia with overall very good weather in Zadar.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May and June offering mostly excellent weather in Zadar. In contrast, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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