Zadar or Split in August?
On climate data, Zadar comes out ahead overall in August. See the per-criterion details below.
ZadarPhoto: dronepicr · CC BY 2.0
SplitPhoto: dronepicr · CC BY 2.0Key figures in August
| Criterion | Zadar | Split |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 28 °C | 29 °C |
| Average daily low | 23 °C | 22 °C |
| Sea | 25 °C | 25 °C |
| Rainy days | 7 rainy days (est.) | 6 rainy days (est.) ★ |
| Sun | 7 h/day | 8 h/day ★ |
| Humidity | 63 % | 58 % |
Winner by travel type
Zadar or Split in August: the short answer
In August, Zadar comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Zadar 88/100 vs Split 87/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on August as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Zadar averages a climate score of 60/100, Split 61/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in August, side by side
The average daily high is about 28 °C in Zadar and 29 °C in Split — warmer in Split. Average daily lows are around 23 °C versus 22 °C.
On rain, Zadar sees about 7 rainy days in August and Split about 6 — drier in Split. Split gets more sunshine (7 vs 8 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In August the water is about 25 °C at Zadar and 25 °C at Split. Over the year, Zadar is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August and September, Split in June, July, August and September. Peak sea warmth is August for Zadar and August for Split.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Zadar records roughly 118 rainy days and Split about 110 — the drier of the two overall is Split. At their sunniest, Zadar reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (July) and Split about 9 (July). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Zadar is at its best in June, July, August and September, while Split peaks in June, July, August and September. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the August scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Split scores higher in August (Zadar 95 vs Split 96).
City breaks: Zadar scores higher in August (Zadar 83 vs Split 81).
Active & hiking: Zadar scores higher in August (Zadar 71 vs Split 70).
Family: Zadar scores higher in August (Zadar 95 vs Split 93).
Verdict: which should you pick?
There is no single winner — it depends on your month and your priority. For August specifically, use the head-to-head above; over the year, Split carries the slightly higher overall climate score. Choose Zadar if its strong months and profile match your plan, Split if its do. The month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.