Škarda

Island Uninhabited islet in the Zadar archipelago

A small uninhabited islet off Croatia’s Zadar coast, frequented by boaters for sheltered anchorages, rocky snorkeling spots and short swims from the dinghy.

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Škarda
Škarda Island, Zadar County, Croatia (uninhabited Adriatic islet)
44.2856, 14.7069

How to Get to Škarda #

Škarda lies in the Zadar archipelago. Access is by private boat from Zadar or nearby islands; no regular ferry service exists. Boat tours sometimes include the island as part of an island-hopping route.

Tips for Visiting Škarda #

  • Arrive by private boat or local ferry - the island has no regular public transport and is best accessed from nearby islands like Dugi Otok or Pag.
  • Explore the shoreline coves for snorkeling; the waters around Škarda are clear and small grottoes offer shelter.
  • Bring provisions - there are no services on the island; pack out what is brought in.

Best Time to Visit Škarda #

Summer is the best time to visit by boat; late spring and early autumn offer quieter experiences with reasonable weather.

Summer
June-September · 22-30°C
Calm seas, warm water, and best conditions for boat trips and swimming.
Late spring/early autumn
May, September-October · 16-24°C
Fewer boats and quieter anchorages; still warm enough for swimming on good days.

Weather & Climate near Škarda #

Climate

Škarda's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (855 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 26°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
13° 20°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
14°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

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