Otočić Gustac Island
Tiny Croatian islet in Šibenik coastal waters
A minor islet in the Šibenik area frequented by private boats for swimming, snorkeling and brief coastal stops amid Dalmatia's rocky shoreline.
Otočić Gustac at a Glance#
About Otočić Gustac#
Otočić Gustac is a small islet in Šibenik-Knin County, Croatia, located at 43.75° N, 15.38333° E. It is part of the archipelago of minor islands off the central Dalmatian coast.
Like nearby islets, Gustac displays typical rocky, karstic shoreline and coastal vegetation of the Adriatic; it does not feature significant built infrastructure. The islet is principally of local maritime and ecological interest.
Gustac is a natural formation without notable recorded historical constructions or permanent habitation in common reference materials.
It sits off the Dalmatian coast within Šibenik-Knin County’s maritime area.
How to Get to Otočić Gustac#
Reached by private boat from the Šibenik area; local boat operators can recommend safe anchorages and landing spots.
Tips for Visiting Otočić Gustac#
- Commonly visited during day trips-ask local charter operators about sheltered anchorages on the leeward side.
- Look for shallow reefs on nautical charts before swimming off the stern; currents can be deceptive.
- If attempting to land, use designated rocky shelves rather than scrambling over unstable scrub.
Best Time to Visit Otočić Gustac#
Summertime is best for swimming; late spring and early autumn offer calmer marinas and fewer boats.
Weather & Climate near Otočić Gustac#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (719 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 6° | 64 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 | 13° - 21° | 17° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.5h |
| June | Excellent | 17° - 25° | 21° | 45 mm | mostly sunny | 74% | 2.5 m/s | 2.0 very high | 15.2h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 28° | 24° | 24 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 2.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.9h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 23° | 42 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 16° - 25° | 20° | 77 mm | some cloud | 70% | 2.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 17° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 12° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| December | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 8° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
