Vrnik

Island Small Adriatic island near Korčula, quarry history

Vrnik, a small Croatian islet near Korčula, grew around a white limestone quarry that supplied local masonry; boat tours stop for snorkeling, views of quarry ruins and vistas back to Korčula town.

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Vrnik
42.9361, 17.1731

How to Get to Vrnik #

Vrnik is reached by private boat or local excursion from Korčula town (about 3-5 km away) and from the Pelješac port of Orebić. Boats land on rocky coves; ask skippers for the lee side when seas are wavy.

Tips for Visiting Vrnik #

  • If arriving by boat from Korčula or Orebić, ask the skipper to drop you on the rocky lee side - the island has no official pier.
  • Bring sturdy shoes and sun protection; there is no shade or services on Vrnik.
  • Look for the low, square stone tower ruins at the island's highest point; it's an unmarked but reliable landmark for orientation.

Best Time to Visit Vrnik #

Best visited between late spring and early autumn for calm seas and access by local boat.

Late spring
May-June · 18-25°C (64-77°F)
Sea is warming, day-trippers are fewer, and wild thyme blooms on the limestone slopes.
Summer
July-August · 25-30°C (77-86°F)
High season on nearby Korčula; Vrnik fills with day-boats but offers perfect swimming off its pebbly coves.
Early autumn
September-October · 20-26°C (68-79°F)
Warm water, cooling crowds, and long golden light for photography.

Weather & Climate near Vrnik #

Climate

Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (810 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and clear sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and clear sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 26°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 21°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
12°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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