Molat Island
Adriatic island with pine forests and sandy coves
Molat, an Adriatic island in Zadar County, offers pebble coves, pine woods, olive terraces and small fishing villages. Visitors anchor boats, cycle narrow lanes and eat in family‑run konobas.
Molat at a Glance#
Address: Molat Island, Zadar County, Croatia
About Molat#
Molat is an island in the Adriatic Sea belonging to Croatia’s Zadar County, characterised by a low-lying landscape, rocky coves and sandy beaches. The island hosts a small number of villages and rural settlements and has a long history of fishing, olive cultivation and seasonal tourism.
Public ferry services link Molat to the Zadar region and nearby islands, and visitors come for swimming, boating and exploring traditional coastal villages rather than large resorts. The island’s quiet roads and coastal paths are used for short hikes and shoreline access.
Molat lies within the Zadar archipelago in northern Dalmatia and is part of Croatia’s island network along the central Adriatic coast.
- Access and character: Part of Zadar County’s island group in the northern Adriatic, accessible by local ferry services and popular for quiet beaches and small-scale tourism.
How to Get to Molat#
Ferry services from Zadar and nearby islands call at Molat seasonally; timetables change by month so check local Jadrolinija or regional ferry providers. Private boat charters are also common for island hopping.
Tips for Visiting Molat#
- Molat is small - check ferry timetables in advance as weekend and seasonal services vary.
- Cycling is the easiest way to get around; bring a rented bicycle or walk the coastal paths for hidden coves.
- Try local konobas (tavernas) for simple seafood dishes and grilled vegetables - island cuisine is straightforward and seasonal.
Best Time to Visit Molat#
Summer for swimming and island life; shoulder months for quieter visits and better prices.
Weather & Climate near Molat#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (849 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 5° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 6° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Good | 6° - 13° | 8° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.3h |
| May | Very Good | 14° - 22° | 18° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.7 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.6h |
| June | Excellent | 17° - 26° | 22° | 55 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.3h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 29° | 24° | 31 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 2.5 m/s | 2.0 very high | 15.0h |
| August | Excellent | 19° - 28° | 24° | 51 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 16° - 24° | 20° | 96 mm | some cloud | 68% | 2.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 13° - 20° | 16° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.8h |
| November | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 7° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |