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.
Škarda at a Glance#
Address: Škarda Island, Zadar County, Croatia (uninhabited Adriatic islet)
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.
Weather & Climate near Škarda#
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).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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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.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
