Lunga Island

Adriatic island near Šibenik with rugged coastline

A small Adriatic island off Šibenik‑Knin County that appeals to boaters and sailors exploring Croatia's Dalmatian coastline.

Škunj (left), Kameni Žakanj (back), Ravni Žakan, Lunga 20240721 043.jpg

Lunga at a Glance#

How to Get to Lunga#

Access is by private boat or local ferry services from mainland ports in Šibenik-Knin County. Check seasonal ferry timetables as island services are often reduced in shoulder seasons.

Tips for Visiting Lunga#

  • Check local ferry schedules to and from the nearest mainland ports; some island services are infrequent.
  • Explore the island's coves at low tide but be mindful of slippery rocks and rapidly changing tides.

Best Time to Visit Lunga#

Best time: summer months for reliable sea access and swimming.

Summer
June-September · 22-28°C
Calmer seas and warm weather, best for swimming and coastal walks.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May and October · 15-22°C
Fewer crowds and pleasant temperatures; some seasonal services may be reduced.

Weather & Climate near Lunga#

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 5°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (709 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 41 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 5° - 11° 6° 63 mm partly cloudy 72% 3.1 m/s 0.2 low 9.2h
February Good 5° - 11° 6° 53 mm partly cloudy 73% 3.2 m/s 0.3 low 10.3h
March Good 6° - 13° 8° 57 mm partly cloudy 75% 3.3 m/s 0.7 moderate 11.8h
April Very Good 9° - 16° 13° 60 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.2 m/s 1.1 high 13.3h
May Very Good 14° - 21° 17° 48 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.7 m/s 1.6 very high 14.5h
June Excellent 17° - 25° 21° 44 mm mostly sunny 74% 2.5 m/s 2.0 very high 15.2h
July Ideal 20° - 28° 24° 24 mm mostly sunny 70% 2.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 14.9h
August Ideal 19° - 28° 23° 41 mm mostly sunny 70% 2.4 m/s 1.7 very high 13.8h
September Excellent 16° - 24° 20° 76 mm some cloud 70% 2.7 m/s 1.1 high 12.4h
October Very Good 13° - 20° 16° 81 mm partly cloudy 73% 2.8 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.9h
November Acceptable 9° - 15° 12° 86 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.5 m/s 0.3 low 9.5h
December Acceptable 7° - 13° 8° 76 mm partly cloudy 72% 3.4 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h

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