Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, Croatia
Adriatic Sea42.74°N, 17.93°EStation CR-DUB-VEL

Veliki Žal Sea Water Temperature

A mild beach on the Adriatic Sea, warmest around August at about 26°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Veliki Žal water temperature

24
75.2°FWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)

Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold.

+0°vs Sep avgAdriatic Sea42.74°N, 17.93°E
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
26°C
77.9°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
—
Daily maximum
Sunrise
—
First morning light
Sunset
—
Golden hour close

7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

Open-Meteo ocean model
Today
WedSep 30
24°C
75.2°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
ThuOct 1
24.3°C
75.7°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
FriOct 2
24.4°C
75.9°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
SatOct 3
24.3°C
75.7°F
Waves: 0.6m
Warm
SunOct 4
24°C
75.2°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
MonOct 5
23.7°C
74.7°F
Waves: 0.9m
Comfortable
TueOct 6
23.6°C
74.5°F
Waves: 1m
Comfortable
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Veliki Žal.
Confidence: High

Veliki Žal Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Veliki Žal occurs inJuly, August, September — peaking at26°C (78.8°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
15
Jan
14
Feb
14
Mar
16
Apr
19
May
23
Jun
25
Jul
26
Aug
Current
24
Sep
21
Oct
19
Nov
16
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January13.3°C14.6°C16.3°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February13.1°C14.4°C15.4°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March13.1°C14.4°C15.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April14.2°C15.8°C18.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
May16.2°C18.7°C23.3°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
June20.6°C23.1°C26.7°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
July22.7°C25.1°C27.3°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
August23.7°C26°C28.2°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent21°C24°C27.5°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
October18.1°C21.2°C23.5°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
November16.4°C18.7°C21.4°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
December14.4°C16.3°C18.2°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Swimming FAQs for Veliki Žal

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Veliki Žal today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Veliki Žal this time of year is 24°C (75.2°F) — classified as Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C). Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Veliki Žal?

The highest water temperatures in Veliki Žal typically occur duringJuly, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Veliki Žal in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Veliki Žal average around24°C (75.2°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 21°C and a maximum of 27.5°C.

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