Žut Island
Small Dalmatian island with rugged coastline and beaches
Part of Šibenik‑Knin County, Žut is a sparsely inhabited Adriatic island known for secluded coves, pine‑lined anchorages and sailing stops; boaters drop anchor for swimming, snorkeling and short walks.
Žut at a Glance#
Address: Žut, Šibenik-Knin County, Croatia
About Žut#
Žut is an uninhabited Adriatic island in Šibenik-Knin County, Croatia, known for rocky coastline and numerous sheltered coves. The island features natural moorings and is visited mainly by sailors and yachtsmen exploring the central Dalmatian archipelago.
There are no permanent settlements or tourist infrastructure on the island; visitors typically arrive by private boat or day cruises and use natural bays for anchorage and seaside activities.
Historically the island has been used seasonally for grazing and maritime activities rather than permanent habitation.
Žut sits among the central Dalmatian islands off Croatia’s coast, within the seascape of islands and islets that characterise the region.
- Uninhabited island: The island has no permanent population and is valued for natural anchorages and sheltered coves used by boaters.
- Access: Access is by private boat or local boat services; there are no significant tourist facilities on the island itself.
How to Get to Žut#
Žut is reached by boat from nearby mainland ports and from larger islands with regular ferry routes in the Šibenik archipelago. Private boat transfers and local ferry runs are seasonal; check timetables and book in high summer.
Tips for Visiting Žut#
- Small island - check ferry or water taxi schedules in advance; services are often seasonal.
- Bring snorkeling gear; the Adriatic around Žut is clear and the coastline is best explored from the water.
- There are few shops on the island; stock up on supplies on the mainland.
Best Time to Visit Žut#
June-September for full island activity and warm seas; shoulder months quieter and still pleasant.
Weather & Climate near Žut#
Žut'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 4°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (772 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| February | Good | 4° - 11° | 5° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Good | 6° - 13° | 8° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.3h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.5h |
| June | Excellent | 16° - 25° | 21° | 48 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 2.5 m/s | 2.0 very high | 15.2h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 26 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 2.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.9h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 28° | 23° | 44 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 24° | 20° | 85 mm | some cloud | 68% | 2.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 92 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 93 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| December | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
