Badija
Island Small Adriatic island near Korčula with historic monastery
A small Adriatic island near Korčula with a 15th‑century Franciscan monastery, pine‑shaded coves and mooring for day boats. Visitors come for swimming, quiet walks and the monastery chapel.
Badija is a small island in the Adriatic Sea off the town of Korčula in southern Croatia. It is known for a historic Franciscan monastery and a small church that occupy much of the island’s interior.
The island is visited mainly for the monastery buildings, quiet shoreline and sheltered bays suitable for short excursions from Korčula. There are simple paths and open areas around the monastic complex.
Monastic presence on the island dates to several centuries and the religious buildings have been the defining feature of Badija’s use and management. The island’s buildings and grounds have been maintained for both religious use and tourism.
Badija sits immediately off the coast of the town of Korčula in the Dalmatian archipelago, reachable by a short boat transfer from the town’s harbor.
- Monastery: Home to a Franciscan monastery and small church that are the principal historical features on the island.
- Access: Located a short boat ride from the town of Korčula, making it a common half-day excursion from the town.
How to Get to Badija #
Ferry or small boat from Korčula town; check local harbour timetables for seasonal services.
Tips for Visiting Badija #
- Take the short water taxi from Korčula town and plan your return-boats operate on schedules that slow down in late afternoon.
- Look for the island's small chapel and the monastery garden; they are the quietest and most photogenic spots.
Best Time to Visit Badija #
Best visited late spring to early autumn; ferry schedules and seasonal opening hours determine access.
Weather & Climate near Badija #
Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (812 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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