Sun

The Adriatic coast offers sunshine in abundance. It is one of the sunniest areas in the Mediterranean, with an average of 2600 hours of sunshine annually. The thick pine forests and constant breeze provide shade and refreshment from the blazing heat, while numerous bays and smooth rocks are exceptionally well-suited for swimming and sunbathing.

A sign of good, stable weather is a clear sky with a few clouds here and there. If the sun before setting is a purplish color with a clear sky under a thick, dark cloud, it is a sign that the weather will get better. An indication of bad weather is a dull and fuzzy sunset with a cluster of clouds. A rainbow made by breaking up and reflection of sun rays in droplets of water is a sign of bad weather with rain, but also better weather after the rain. A pleasant, sunny day perfect for sailing is usually announced by the rainbow in the western part of the sky in the afternoons and evenings.

If you find yourself near the island of Vis on a sunny day, you must visit the Blue and Green Caves. It is a phenomena of the Adriatic Sea which exists thanks to a play of light. Sun rays squeezed through the cave's opening, formed by sea waves, create a magical and unique azure and emerald radiant glow.

Island	Avg. annual sunshine (in hours)
Rab	2417
Lošinj	2606
Pag	2268
Vir	2450
Zlarin	2700
Hvar	2718
Korčula	2700
Šipan	2580

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Sea

The Adriatic Sea, with over 1300 islands, islets, cliffs and innumerable splendid bays, is a favorite destination for nature-lovers and sailing enthusiasts. It is the cleanest and most transparent sea in Europe with an average depth of 252,5 meters. Adriatic waters conceal a rich world of sea-plants, as well as shipwrecks and remains of buildings from Greek and Roman eras.

The Adriatic spreads from the northwest to the southeast, between the Apennine and Balkan peninsulas. Due to its mild Mediterranean climate, the Adriatic offers a wealth of aromas, lush vegetation and crystal clear blue sea, perfect for swimming, diving and sailing. With such unique beauty, it has always attracted yahtsmen from all over the world.

In the northern Adriatic, the distances between the islands are smaller, as well are those between the islands and the coast. The most common wind maestral is weaker here, and there is much more shelter from all weather conditions at your disposal. The maestral is stronger in southern Dalmatia and the sea is not as calm as in the north. It takes longer to reach another islands, harbours or shelter on your sailboat.

Many parts of the Adriatic are preserved as national parks and nature reserves. Regardless which area of the Adriatic you choose to visit, the harbours will always guarantee a shelter for your sailboat, and the secluded bays, islets and piers of preserved ancient rock will provide an equally safe area for mooring.

The Adriatic Sea in figures:

LENGTH	783 km
WIDTH (average)	248,3 km
DEPTH (average)	173 m
TOTAL AREA	148 595 km²
VOLUME	34 977 km³
TOTAL LENGTH OF COASTLINE INCLUDING ISLANDS	5835 km
LAND	1777 km
ISLANDS	4058 km
SALINITY (average)	38.30 per mill.
WIND SPEED AT SEA	0,5 knots
WAVE HEIGHT (average)	0,5 - 1,5 m
ANNUAL TEMPERATURE	11°C
AVERAGE SUMMER TEMPERATURES	25°C - 27°C

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