Weather for Zadar in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +70°F during the day, and approximately 13 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 9 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 61 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
61 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Zadar has good weather in May.
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Average temperature in Zadar in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Zadar for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in May is +70°F with a maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +57°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 36% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +73°F.
Is Zadar warm or cold in May?
Zadar is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +70°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +50°F to +59°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Zadar:
Water temperature in Zadar in May
Water in Zadar in May is Fresh. It varies from +58°F to +70°F, with an average of +64°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +70°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Zadar are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +76°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +55°F.
Can you swim in Zadar in May?
Water temperature (+64°F) in Zadar in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Zadar in May
Zadar weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+63°F
+70°F
+77°F
Min. temperature
+30°F
+43°F
+48°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+88°F
+95°F
Rainfall
66 mm
61 mm
44 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+58°F
+64°F
+72°F
Humidity
70%
71%
68%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
10
13
15
Cloudy days
6
7
5
Rainy days
11
9
6
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +70°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 66 mm to 61 mm.Humidity rises from 70% to 71%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 10 to 13.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Zadar in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Zadar is gradually decreasing during May, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Zadar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 186 mm, with a 48% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 35 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Zadar wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 138 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 25 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Zadar?
This is the weather in Zadar in May 2023:
1 May
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+66°F
2 May
🌧️
+62°F
3 May
☁️
+64°F
4 May
☀️
+67°F
5 May
☀️
+67°F
6 May
☀️
+68°F
7 May
☀️
+71°F
8 May
☁️
+70°F
9 May
☀️
+70°F
10 May
🌧️
+65°F
11 May
🌧️
+62°F
12 May
🌧️
+65°F
13 May
🌧️
+64°F
14 May
🌧️
+62°F
15 May
☁️
+64°F
16 May
🌧️
+65°F
17 May
🌧️
+65°F
18 May
☀️
+65°F
19 May
☀️
+70°F
20 May
☁️
+68°F
21 May
☁️
+72°F
22 May
☀️
+75°F
23 May
☀️
+73°F
24 May
☀️
+71°F
25 May
☀️
+76°F
26 May
☀️
+76°F
27 May
☀️
+74°F
28 May
☀️
+76°F
29 May
☀️
+77°F
30 May
☀️
+75°F
31 May
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+74°F
In May 2023 Zadar had 17 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Zadar climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Zadar in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+61°F) and the highest in 2018 (+69°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 543 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1980 with 1359 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Zadar in May:
Is May a good time to visit Zadar?
May is a really good time to go to Zadar. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Zadar.
Can you sunbathe in Zadar in May?
May has mild temperatures in Zadar. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Zadar in May?
In general, you can swim in Zadar in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +64°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Zadar rainy in May?
Zadar is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Zadar in May?
The amount of sunny days in Zadar during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Croatia
Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Zadar, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
