Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
July, August, June
January, February, September, October, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Zadar?
The best time to visit Zadar for backpacking is July, August, June, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Zadar due to better weather and lower costs.
→ See where to stay in ZadarBackpacking conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Zadar
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 33Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 3° | 88 |
February | 37Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 84 |
March | 45Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 76 |
April | 73Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 85 |
May | 86Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 87 |
June | 88Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 67 |
July | 90Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 49 |
August | 89Excellent Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 68 |
September | 79Good Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 135 |
October | 73Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 141 |
November | 36Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 162 |
December | 28Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 120 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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