Drvenik Mali

Island Small Adriatic island with beaches and olive groves

Off Croatia’s Dalmatian coast near Trogir, Drvenik Mali draws day-trippers for pebble and sandy coves, boat hops to neighboring islands and family-run konobas serving fresh seafood. Expect quiet bays and mooring spots rather than large resorts.

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Drvenik Mali is a small island in the Adriatic Sea off the Dalmatian coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. It lies among the Dalmatian island group and is one of several islands with similar names in the area.

The island is characterised by coastal bays, pebble beaches and Mediterranean vegetation; boat access and sheltered anchorages make it a stop for small craft and day visitors. There are no large urban centres on the island and facilities are limited compared with the mainland.

Historically the island has been used for local fishing and occasional seasonal visits; it has not been a major urban or strategic centre. The island’s coastline and bays have remained its main attraction.

Geographically it sits off the central Dalmatian shoreline in the Adriatic Sea, within boat distance of Split and other coastal towns in Split-Dalmatia County.

Drvenik Mali
Drvenik Mali, off the coast of Split‑Dalmatia County, Croatia - access by private boat or boat transfer from Drvenik/Trogir
43.4497, 16.0769
Open year‑round

Tips for Visiting Drvenik Mali #

  • Access Drvenik Mali by local ferry services from the mainland port of Drvenik or by island‑hop boat tours from nearby towns-check schedules in advance as services vary seasonally.
  • Visit in the shoulder months (late spring or early autumn) or arrive early in the day to avoid day‑trip boat traffic that concentrates around the main beaches at midday.
  • Walk the island's coastal trails between beaches-many visitors stick to the main beach and miss small secluded coves and pine-shaded promenades on the island's less-trafficked sides.

Best Time to Visit Drvenik Mali #

Best visited in summer (June-September) for swimming, boat access and full tourist services; shoulder seasons offer milder crowds.

High season (beach & boat)
June-September · ~22-30°C (air)
Warm sea temperatures and regular boat services make this the prime time for swimming, sunbathing and island day trips.
Shoulder seasons
May & October · ~15-22°C (air)
Fewer crowds and pleasant weather for walking and sightseeing, though some island services may be reduced.
Off-season
November-April · Cooler; often below 15°C
Many tourist services are limited or suspended and the island is quiet; not ideal for swimming.

Weather & Climate near Drvenik Mali #

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 6°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (674 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 17°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
15° 22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.5h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 23 mm and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.9h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 25°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
14° 20°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 87 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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