Croatia (Istria) · November
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 10° (50°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 30° (86°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)30 (86) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)10 (50) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 12° (54°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 8° (46°)-1– (30–)14 (57) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)11 (52) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h UV 3 | 4h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 |
🌊Water Temp | 13° (55°) | 12° (54°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 18° (64°) | 22° (72°) | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) | 17° (63°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 6d73mm (2.9") | 7d82mm (3.2") | 6d67mm (2.6") | 6d57mm (2.2") | 7d81mm (3.2") | 4d51mm (2.0") | 3d39mm (1.5") | 5d67mm (2.6") | 6d108mm (4.3") | 6d80mm (3.1") | 8d144mm (5.7") | 7d108mm (4.3") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
November is the coldest winter month in Croatia (Istria) — with highs of only 15°C (59°F), it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 15°C (59°F), cooling to 8°C (46°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). Peaks reach around 20°C (68°F), the coldest nights around -1°C (30°F) — frost does occur. With 3 sunshine hours per day and 8 rain days (144 mm (5.7 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in November — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
The Istrian autumn belongs to the food-minded: grape harvest, olive picking, and from October the white truffle around the Motovun forest. The sea holds 19 to 22°C (66 to 72°F) into October; November turns wet.
Packing list for Croatia (Istria) in November
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is November a good time to visit Croatia (Istria)?
- No — November is not among the recommended months for Croatia (Istria) (Score: 33/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Istria) in November?
- In November, Croatia (Istria) sees daily highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to 8°C (46°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F). Peaks reach around 20°C (68°F), the coldest nights around -1°C (30°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Istria) in November?
- In November, Croatia (Istria) receives an average of 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Istria) get in November?
- Croatia (Istria) averages 3 sunshine hours per day in November — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Istria) in November?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Istria) in November averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
