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Cres · Croatia
Cres is an Adriatic island in west Croatia. It is one of the northern islands in the Kvarner Gulf and can be reached via ferry from Rijeka, Krk island or from the Istrian peninsula.
Read more — WikipediaCres is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea.
The best months to visit are July–September.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 24°C (75°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): June–September.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 28°C (82°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around 3°C (38°F).
The wettest month is April, with rain on about 14 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 9.9 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 77% of places in Croatia.
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- Feels like
- 16°
- Humidity
- 67%
- Wind
- 8 km/h E
- Gusts
- 12 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 32%
- Pressure
- 1024 hPa
- UV index
- 4
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:17 / 18:17
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Cres (town)
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (WorldClim 1970–2000, CRU 1961–1990, NOAA OISST 1991–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 9° | 9° | 12° | 15° | 21° | 25° | 28° | 28° | 23° | 18° | 13° | 10° |
| Average low | 3° | 3° | 6° | 9° | 13° | 17° | 19° | 19° | 15° | 11° | 7° | 5° |
| Sea temperature | 12° | 11° | 11° | 13° | 17° | 21° | 24° | 24° | 21° | 19° | 16° | 14° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 95 | 76 | 76 | 79 | 71 | 80 | 46 | 72 | 114 | 140 | 144 | 114 |
| Rain days | 13 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 3.3 | 4.1 | 4.8 | 5.9 | 7.4 | 8.5 | 9.9 | 9 | 7.1 | 5.3 | 3.4 | 3 |
| Daylight (h) | 9.1 | 10.3 | 11.8 | 13.4 | 14.8 | 15.6 | 15.3 | 14.1 | 12.5 | 10.9 | 9.5 | 8.8 |
| Humidity (%) | 68 | 69 | 66 | 66 | 66 | 66 | 61 | 63 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 69 |
| Wind (km/h) | 13 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Go score | 22 | 26 | 36 | 47 | 70 | 76 | 84 | 83 | 80 | 62 | 36 | 25 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Cres (town): tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
When people plan their trip
Monthly readership of the travel guide — people read up a few weeks before they travel.
Monthly level: nights spent in tourist accommodation nationwide (Eurostat). Wikivoyage (Wikimedia Pageviews).
Cres (town): sea water temperature
Wave height: 0 m
Swimming seasonJune–September
Average sea temperature by month
Cres (town) travel guide
What to see, do, eat and where to stay — from the Wikivoyage community.
Cres is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea.
The island of Cres is the biggest island in the Adriatic and is located in the northern part of the Gulf of Kvarner. Its southern part is connected to the island of Lošinj by a trestle bridge. Cres is a hilly island, 66 km long and ranging in width from 2 to 12 km. The island's coastline, 248 km long, is indented; its western and southern parts have a plenty of bays and pebbly beaches while the northern and eastern parts are characterized by steep and rough rocks. The fresh water lake of Vrana deserves attention as an unusual natural phenomenon. It is one of the deepest fresh water lakes in Eastern Europe, going down 76 meters at its deepest point (below sea-level!). It supplies drinking water for the populations of Cres and Lošinj islands. Therefore, it is closely guarded and illegal to swim and fish in.
Croatian and, at a lesser extent, Italian.
Cres can be reached by Jadrolinija's car ferry from the island of Krk (Valbiska-Merag route) or from the Istrian peninsula (Brestova-Porozina route). For the sake of orientation, here are some rough distances for those who prefer coming by car: Braislava - 520 km, Budapest - 530 km, Ljubljana - 165 km, Milano - 520 km, Munich - 560 km, Prague - 860 km, Vienna - 555 km, Zagreb - 185 km Losinj island, which is road-connected to Cres island at Osor town, has an airport. Island is also connected with Rijeka by fast boat line operated by Jadrolinija once a day. Same route connects island with Losinj, Unije, Ilovik and Susak islands.
The island is really hilly which means the roads are curvy and sometimes as narrow as one path. If driving, be prepared for slow traffic and careful maneuvers on the serpentines. A massive work effort is taking place on the main road, it is being widened and is being brought further away from the cliffs, the road is also cutting out dangerous turns and other threats to drivers. It is also keeping trucks and cars away from Lake Vrana, to keep it clean.
Lambs, griffon vulture. Beli
Watersports. Scuba diving. Hiking - there are designated hiking routes starting from Eko-centar in Beli. Cycling - Cres is renowned for the demanding ups-and-downs.
Seafood, lamb, olive oil, cherries.
The apartment house Apartmani Erdelja is located next to a pine grove on the beach and is a ten-minute walk from the old centre of Cres. You can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the cosy house, spend time on the beautiful terraces or have a barbecue in the garden.
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Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km — from Wikidata.
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Cres (town): practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Euro
EUR · €
1 USD ≈ 0.892 EUR
- Languages
- Croatian
- Calling code
- +385
- Meal, casual restaurant€12.00≈ $14.00
- Cappuccino€3.00≈ $3.40
- Beer (0.5 l)€4.40≈ $4.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.40≈ $1.50
- Taxi, 5 km€8.60≈ $9.70
- Public transport ticket€1.60≈ $1.80
- Mid-range hotel, per night€100≈ $115
Estimated from Croatia’s consumer price level (World Bank) — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 59% of US levels.
- Nov 1All Saints' Day
- Nov 18Remembrance Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 6Epiphany
2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.2 (1998).
USGS
How to get to Cres (town)
Nearest airports
- RJKRijeka AirportRijeka(Omišalj)31 km
- PUYPula AirportPula39 km
- TRSTrieste AirportRonchi dei Legionari/Trieste121 km
- ZADZadar AirportZadar122 km
- LJULjubljana Jože Pučnik AirportZgornji Brnik140 km
Distances
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Hotels in Cres (town)
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km (GBIF), with their seasonality.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cres (town)?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Cres (town) is July–September.
What is the weather like in Cres (town) in October?
In October, Cres (town) averages a high of 18°C (65°F) and a low of 11°C (53°F), with 140 mm of rain on about 12 days.
How warm is the sea in Cres (town)?
The sea is warmest in August (about 24°C (75°F)). Swimming season: June–September.
What is the rainiest month in Cres (town)?
April, with rain on about 14 days.
What is the nearest airport to Cres (town)?
Rijeka Airport (RJK), about 31 km away.
What power plugs are used in Croatia?
Plug types C, F, 230 V.
What currency is used in Croatia?
Euro (EUR).
What is the emergency number in Croatia?
112.
Is Croatia safe to visit?
US State Department: Exercise normal precautions. UK Foreign Office: No travel warnings.
When is Cres (town) most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Cres (town) least crowded?
The quietest months are October–May.
When is the best time to visit Cres (town) without the crowds?
May–June and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Cres (town) in?
Europe/Zagreb (UTC+2).
What is the population of Cres (town)?
About 2,185.