Ruda (island) Island

Small Adriatic island near Dubrovnik

A small Adriatic island in Dubrovnik‑Neretva County; visited by boaters and day‑trippers for coastal scenery, swimming and short shoreline walks.

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Ruda (island) at a Glance#

How to Get to Ruda (island)#

Ruda is accessed by private boat from coastal towns in Dubrovnik-Neretva County. Boat operators from Korčula and nearby islands may offer charters; check local regulations for landing.

Tips for Visiting Ruda (island)#

  • Private island-check for local access rules and permission from Dubrovnik-Neretva County authorities.
  • Boat landings are rocky; approach with a shallow-draft vessel and reef shoes.
  • Respect private properties and wildlife-many small islands host nesting birds.

Best Time to Visit Ruda (island)#

Summer for easy sea access; shoulder seasons for quieter visits.

Summer
June-September · 22-30°C
Sea swimming and boat access are easiest; peak visitor season.
Late spring/early autumn
May and October · 18-24°C
Calmer waters and fewer day-trippers; good for quiet exploration.

Weather & Climate near Ruda (island)#

Climate

Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1075 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 44 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 6° - 12° 7° 114 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.6 m/s 0.2 low 9.3h
February Acceptable 6° - 12° 7° 102 mm partly cloudy 73% 3.9 m/s 0.4 low 10.4h
March Good 8° - 15° 12° 92 mm partly cloudy 75% 3.9 m/s 0.7 moderate 11.8h
April Very Good 11° - 18° 15° 87 mm partly cloudy 75% 3.5 m/s 1.1 high 13.2h
May Excellent 16° - 23° 19° 64 mm some cloud 73% 3.0 m/s 1.6 very high 14.4h
June Excellent 19° - 27° 23° 48 mm mostly sunny 70% 2.9 m/s 2.0 very high 15.1h
July Ideal 22° - 30° 26° 31 mm clear 63% 2.9 m/s 2.1 extreme 14.8h
August Ideal 22° - 30° 26° 46 mm clear 62% 2.8 m/s 1.8 very high 13.7h
September Excellent 18° - 26° 22° 84 mm some cloud 66% 3.0 m/s 1.1 high 12.3h
October Very Good 14° - 21° 18° 126 mm some cloud 71% 3.2 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.9h
November Good 10° - 16° 13° 148 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.8 m/s 0.3 low 9.6h
December Acceptable 8° - 13° 10° 133 mm partly cloudy 73% 4.0 m/s 0.2 low 9.0h

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