Arta Velika
Island Small Adriatic islet near Šibenik
Arta Velika is a small island in Šibenik-Knin County off Croatia’s Dalmatian coast, frequented by sailors and kayakers navigating the archipelagos and exploring rocky shores.
How to Get to Arta Velika #
Access is by private boat or local ferry services from Šibenik and nearby coastal towns; schedules are seasonal and depend on operators.
Tips for Visiting Arta Velika #
- High tide and low wind days give the best conditions for coastal walks around the island.
- The island is small and suited to day trips; there are few facilities - bring provisions.
Best Time to Visit Arta Velika #
Visit in summer for calm seas and pleasant temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Arta Velika #
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (755 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.