Prežba Island
Small Croatian Adriatic island near Lastovo
A small Adriatic island in Dubrovnik-Neretva County, Prežba appeals to boaters and divers for sheltered bays, rocky shores and quiet coastal scenery away from larger ports.
Prežba at a Glance#
Address: Preža area, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, Croatia (coastal locale)
Hours: Open year-round; local access may vary seasonally.
Admission: Free (public area).
How to Get to Prežba#
Accessible by local roads from the Dubrovnik area; driving is the most practical option. Local bus services reach many coastal villages but schedules are limited outside high season.
Tips for Visiting Prežba#
- Wear sensible shoes; paths and local roads can be uneven and steep in places.
- Explore nearby coastal viewpoints for the best panoramas of the Adriatic.
- Respect private property - some coastal paths traverse land used for small-scale agriculture and retreats.
Best Time to Visit Prežba#
Spring and autumn combine good weather with fewer tourists; summer for swimming.
Weather & Climate near Prežba#
Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (643 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 7° - 12° | 7° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Good | 7° - 12° | 8° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Good | 9° - 14° | 11° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Excellent | 15° - 22° | 19° | 38 mm | some cloud | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 22° | 28 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 3.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 29° | 25° | 17 mm | clear | 60% | 3.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 29° | 25° | 35 mm | clear | 61% | 2.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 19° - 25° | 22° | 52 mm | some cloud | 66% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 16° - 20° | 18° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Good | 12° - 16° | 14° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Good | 9° - 13° | 11° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.0h |
