Best Time To Sail Croatia

Private sailing trip is the ultimate cruising holiday in Croatia

Renting a yacht in Croatia for a relaxing 7-day sailing cruise in Croatia is the ultimate and the most genuine vacation you can have at the the infinite Croatian costs. The experience of a private yacht charter in Croatia is definitively one-of-a-kind vacation beyond any compare.

Just imagine a week-long sailing tour in a unique environment surrounded with beautiful Croatian islands, exploring hidden colourful villages and stone-walled citadels of historic towns, swimming in secluded bays and enjoying the culinary delights 3 feet from the sea. Well, that's what you can expect when you embark on a Sailing trip in Croatia. 

Hire a skippered or a crewed Croatia charter

Skippered or crewed charter in Croatia is definitively the best option for first-time sailors. This is the most genuine and hassle-free opportunity to experience the very best of the Croatian coast.

Navigating among the hundreds of tiny slands, can be a challenge even for experienced sailors. That is why I recommend that you hire a local skipper and discover Croatian hotspots in a relaxing Mediterranean style. Skippers in Croatia are mostly communicative, fluent in English, fun to be around, flexible and sociable guys (and girls) that know the area you are about to sail.

Select the sailing season that suit your travel style and budget 

Croatia Sailing holidays in July or August guarantee the best of the sailing experience for everyone searching for a relaxing, laid-back cruising adventure. If you own a ICC boating license, you can hire your very own bareboat charter in Croatia and set sail in the shoulder season when rental prices are lower, but the weather can get moody. If you plan to sail with kids, I highly recommend that you book your trip in summer months and hire Croatian skipper. But first adjust your basic expectations and set the budget. This is always an important factor. Please also find some tips for an amazing sailing holiday and how much for a sailing holiday in Croatia.

How much does it cost to rent a sailboat in Croatia?

Croatia is still considered to be one among most affordable sailing destinations in Europe. Considering the price, a yacht holiday in Croatia is comparable to a one-week stay in a 4-star hotel. However, the experience of sailing and hopping from one island to another on your wery own sailing charter is a entirely different level of a holiday.

Croatia yacht rental prices and private Croatia sailing trips can be considerably cheaper during the off season in April or May until the middle of June. Peak season in Croatia is between July 15th. and August 15th when the prices highest. Shoulder season in September and June you can expect moderate prices.

 How much for sailing holidays in Croatia?

Renting a sailboat in Croatia will cost you in average 2.500€ per week. That is a high season price for a 3-cabin sailing yacht. For a new 40 feet catamaran charter in Croatia you have to pay between 4.500 - 6.000 Euro weekly.

What are the extras for a Crewed yacht rental in Croatia?

• skipper from 140-160€ per day
• local tourist tax and permit 1.35€/day/person
• fuel for catamaran approx. 150€ per week
• ports an marina fees average 100€ per night
• deposit for yacht between 1.500 and 3.000 Euros
• various water toys (optional) 100€ per week

Yacht prices in June or September are app. 25% lower. Add extra 25 - -50% for premium line yacht. For exact pricing please send your inquiry to a reliable Croatia sailboat rental agency.

Best time to sail Croatia is in summer months between June & September

Croatia weather is pretty much the same as everywhere else in the east Mediterranean (Italy, Greece). The forecast for the region you are about to visit plays the main role when you are considering of setting the date. If you prefer basking, swimming in warm sea, then take your Croatia sailing trip in summer.  "There is approx. 315 sunny days at he coast in a year"

The temperatures on Adriatic also vary from north to south. In northern parts (Istria, Kvarner) it can be extremely hot during summer months with light winds and average 2-3 strong storms a month. More to the south, a passing summer storm is less likely. Plus, there is always constant moderate wind blowing in Dalamatia through July and August.

As the temperature in Spring rises, so does the sea temperatures. Anchoring your sailboat in a nice cove is a perfect opportunity to take a dive. In the beginning of June - just go for it.

Weather at the Croatian coast in June and September is simply delightful

If you are sensitive to heat, then you should consider taking your trip in April, May, September or October. Air temperature during the daytime in April and May can easily reach over 25^o (77F). However, the sea temperature is still a bit cold - between 15-20^o (70F).

The peak season stretches between the middle of June toward the end of September. Mercury is at consistent 30^o (87F), often peaking well into the 40^o (104F). Pushing towards Autumn the air temperature drops to the mild 25-30 (77-86F). The sea can hold pleasant 20^o until October. 

Adriatic weather can be quite tricky though. Mostly due to the closeness of mountain barriers, a light summer NW "Maestral" breeze from the seas, can easily turn into near gale force "Bora" winds (NE) blowing from mainland. There is always weather warning issued beforehand, so that you can find a safe shelter in time. Here's the tip how to make the ultimate sailing packing list.

Convert degrees Celsius to Fahrenheit with this simple formula: Fahrenheit = [°C] × 9 / 5 + 32

Pros and cons for Sailing Croatia in September