Trstenik, Cres

Island Coastal village on Cres island, Adriatic

A small fishing village on Cres island with pebble bays, seafood taverns and boat moorings; visitors stop for swimming, fresh local fish and quiet coastal walks.

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Trstenik, Cres
44.6689, 14.5800

Tips for Visiting Trstenik, Cres #

  • Plan to arrive by car early in the day: the coastal road around Cres is narrow and village parking is limited, so arriving before other visitors secures space and easier access to the waterfront.
  • Use Trstenik as a base for small-boat or kayak trips to nearby coves - many visitors who only stop briefly miss the sheltered swimming spots and quieter bays a short paddle away.
  • Check opening times for any local konobas (family-run taverns) before you go; in smaller Cres settlements kitchens can close outside the high season, so time meals accordingly.

Best Time to Visit Trstenik, Cres #

Best time is summer (June-August) for warm weather, beaches and boat access; shoulder seasons offer milder weather with fewer crowds.

High summer (beaches and boating)
June - August · 20°C - 30°C
Warm, sunny weather ideal for swimming, boating and island exploration; busiest period.
Shoulder seasons (milder, fewer crowds)
May, September - October · 15°C - 22°C
Pleasant temperatures and far fewer tourists-good for walking, cycling and sightseeing.
Winter
November - March · 5°C - 12°C
Cooler, quieter off-season when many tourist services on the island may be reduced.

Weather & Climate near Trstenik, Cres #

Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

Weather

0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

Weather

0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

Weather

0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

Weather

1.0
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

Weather

1.5
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

June

Weather

1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

Weather

2.0
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

Weather

1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

Weather

1.0
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

Weather

0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

November

Weather

0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

Weather

0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

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