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Plitvice Lakes

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Plitvice Lakes

Lika-Senj, Croatia
Best timeMay–Jul & Sep–Oct
Set inLika-Senj, Croatia
In season~70°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

27–77°F
Nearest airportZAD
CurrencyEUR
LanguageCroatian
TimezoneUTC+01:00
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Map showing the location of Plitvice Lakes
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Historical monthly weather
Sunny share of daylightJul · 56%
WarmestJul · 77°F
WettestMay
Best windowMay–Jul & Sep–Oct
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Sixteen terraced turquoise lakes linked by waterfalls and wooden walkways through the forest.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: May–Jul & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

On foot

The classic way in is the Waterfall boardwalk loop. Nearest airport is ZAD.

Pairs well with

Euphrasian Basilica
100 mi away
Province of Venice
160 mi away
Poveglia Island
162 mi away
Bridge of Sighs
163 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Plitvice Lakes?

The best time to visit Plitvice Lakes is May–July & September–October, in Lika-Senj, Croatia.

Where is Plitvice Lakes?

Plitvice Lakes is in Lika-Senj, Croatia. The nearest major airport is ZAD.

What is Plitvice Lakes known for?

Sixteen terraced turquoise lakes linked by waterfalls and wooden walkways through the forest.

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