When to go to Plitvice (Otočac)?
Sixteen terraced lakes step down through the dense forest of Plitvice, each spilling into the next over travertine ledges, the water somewhere between turquoise and green. Wooden walkways run just above the surface, close enough to feel the spray. Veliki Slap drops 78 m at the lower end of the park, loudest in spring when the meltwater arrives.
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The best time to go
For the best weather in Plitvice (Otočac), aim for June to August.
See also: Where to go in June? · Where to go in July? · Where to go in August?
Month-by-month weather in Plitvice (Otočac)
| Month | ☀️ h/day | 🌧️ mm | 🌡️ °C | Score /100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.0 | 156 | 1 | 43 |
| February | 6.9 | 94 | 4 | 53 |
| March | 8.4 | 118 | 5 | 57 |
| April | 9.2 | 122 | 8 | 58 |
| May | 10.1 | 232 | 13 | 54 |
| June | 12.2 | 139 | 18 | 72 |
| July | 13.2 | 69 | 21 | 82 |
| August | 12.0 | 84 | 20 | 79 |
| September | 8.8 | 169 | 15 | 58 |
| October | 8.1 | 93 | 13 | 60 |
| November | 5.4 | 174 | 6 | 41 |
| December | 4.5 | 142 | 3 | 42 |
Estimated from 3 years of data. The score (0–100) combines sunshine, dry weather, clear skies and temperature.
The climate in brief
In Plitvice (Otočac), the sunniest month is July, and the driest is July (about 69 mm). Temperatures peak in July (about 21°C). Over the year, an average of 1,591 mm of rain falls, and 3 months in 12 offer ideal weather for a trip.
What to do in Plitvice (Otočac)?
- Plitvice Lakes National Park (UNESCO)
- 16 terraced turquoise lakes
- Wooden boardwalk trails
- Veliki Slap (78 m waterfall)
Practical info
- Country: Croatia
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