Sušac Island
Small Adriatic island with steep cliffs and caves
A small rocky island in the Adriatic, Sušac (near Lastovo) attracts sailors and divers with sheer cliffs, a functioning lighthouse, seabird colonies and clear offshore waters.
Sušac at a Glance#
Address: Sušac Island, Dubrovnik‑Neretva County, Croatia
How to Get to Sušac#
Access is by private boat from Hvar, Korčula, or mainland ports. Several local boat operators include Sušac on custom diving and sightseeing trips during the summer season; landing depends on sea conditions.
Tips for Visiting Sušac#
- Use a kayak from nearby bays to approach secluded coves around Sušac; the island's sea caves are best seen from the water.
- There are no facilities-plan for a full day and bring necessary supplies.
- Respect local fishing zones; the island is part of a marine landscape with active fisheries.
Best Time to Visit Sušac#
Best visited in summer months for sea conditions and accessibility; winter storms make landings dangerous or impossible.
Weather & Climate near Sušac#
Sušac's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 7°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (566 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 8° - 12° | 8° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Good | 7° - 12° | 7° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Good | 8° - 14° | 11° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 11° - 16° | 14° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Excellent | 15° - 21° | 18° | 35 mm | some cloud | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 22° | 26 mm | mostly sunny | 73% | 3.2 m/s | 2.0 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 25° | 16 mm | clear | 69% | 3.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 25° | 32 mm | clear | 70% | 3.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 18° - 24° | 21° | 49 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 15° - 20° | 18° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Good | 12° - 16° | 14° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Good | 9° - 13° | 11° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 4.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.0h |