Hvar Town
A Venetian-era harbor town on the Adriatic, Hvar Town suits travelers who want old streets, a central square and boat trips to the islands.
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Hvar Town is a historic port on the south coast of Hvar island, in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. It is the largest settlement on the island. The town sits in a small bay facing south, and the Pakleni Islands shelter its harbor. Venetians founded it as a base in 1278, and their walls and public buildings still shape the old center. The Pjaca, the main square, is the largest in Dalmatia, and the Cathedral of St Stephen stands at its eastern end.
Yachts sailing the Adriatic often stop here in summer, and catamaran ferries link the town with Split, Brač, Korčula and Vis. The Hvar Theatre, which opened in 1612 on the first floor of the Arsenal, is one of the oldest in Europe. Spend a few days walking the old town and taking boat trips to nearby islands. The main tourist season runs from early April to mid-October, and the sea averages about 20 °C from June to October. The shoulder season before and after peak summer has the best sea and air temperatures.
Hvar Town in five
- Take the catamaran from Split in seasonFast catamarans run daily between Hvar and Split during the main season, from early April to mid-October. Check the sailings for your dates before you book.Getting around
- Check the Hvar Summer Festival datesThe Hvar Summer Festival runs from late June to late September, with classical concerts and performances in venues around town. Check the program before you pick dates.Festivals
- Carry water for the walk to the ForticaThe Fortica sits above town on a dry karst hillside, where water is scarce. Carry your own, and wear shoes with grip.
- Use the Stari Grad road tunnel to cross the islandA tunnel on the Stari Grad to Hvar road, opened in 2000, gives quick road access between the north and south of the island.
- Check the jugo forecast before a boat dayThe jugo, a southerly wind, usually brings cloudy, rainy weather. The bora, a northeasterly wind, brings fresh, clear skies instead.
Things to do in Hvar Town
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Need to know
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Entry
- Schengen rules: visa-free for many passports, check yours before you fly Read more
- Emergency
- 112 general, 192 police, 193 fire, 194 ambulance
- Tipping
- Rounding up or about 10% at restaurants; not compulsory
- Time
- UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer (daylight saving)
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh11°Low8°Cool, wetJanuaryPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 11°
- Low
- 8°
- Precipitation
- 101 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, wet
- FebruaryPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh13°Low9°Cool, wetFebruaryPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 13°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 77 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, wet
- MarchPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh14°Low10°Mild, quietMarchPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 98 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, quiet
- AprilPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh17°Low13°Season opensAprilPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 17°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 79 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Season opens
- MayClear10 rainy daysHigh21°Low17°Warm, quietMayClear
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 84 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, quiet
- JuneClear5 rainy daysHigh26°Low21°Festival seasonJuneClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 40 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Festival season
- JulyClear3 rainy daysHigh28°Low24°Hot, busyJulyClear
Mixed
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 17 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busy
- AugustClear5 rainy daysHigh29°Low24°Hot, busyAugustClear
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 48 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busy
- SeptemberClear8 rainy daysHigh25°Low21°Warm, festivalSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 85 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, festival
- OctoberClear9 rainy daysHigh20°Low17°Warm sea, rainOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 71 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea, rain
- NovemberRain15 rainy daysHigh16°Low13°Wet, quietNovemberRain
Poor
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 214 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, quiet
- DecemberPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh13°Low10°Wet, quietDecemberPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 13°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 142 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, quiet
Average daily high and low in Hvar Town, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Hvar Town
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 7°
- Humidity
- 68%
- Wind
- 27 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 98%
Hvar
09:47 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today20°11°98%Monday: Rain. High 20°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 98%.
- Tue17°15°8%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 17°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Wed18°14°0%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 18°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Thu18°13°0%Thursday: Clear. High 18°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri17°12°4%Friday: Cloudy. High 17°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 4%.
- Sat16°10°12%Saturday: Rain. High 16°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 12%.
- Sun16°13°22%Sunday: Rain. High 16°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 22%.
Updated 09:11 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Every year
- MaySudamjaSplit, a day trip
Day trips by train
- SplitBy fast catamaran, main season onlyThe mainland port city, with Diocletian's Palace in the old center.
- Stari GradBy road, through the 2000 tunnelThe Stari Grad Plain, a farming area on the north coast linked to the ancient Greek town of Faros.
- VisBy fast catamaranAnother island on the catamaran routes from Hvar.
Before you go to Hvar Town
Rules for Hvar Town, checked
- Croatia is in the Schengen area. Many passports need no visa, but check your own entry rules before you fly.
- Declare cash when you enter or leave the EU if the amount is above the limit, using the customs declaration.
- Smoking is banned in indoor public places, including bars and restaurants.
- The Pakleni Islands and Galešnik are protected landscape areas. Check local rules before you land or anchor there.
Plan around Hvar Town
The wider island, from the Stari Grad Plain to the ferry links
Read the guideGetting aroundCatamarans from Split and the road tunnel to Stari Grad
Read the guideVisas and entryWho needs a visa for Croatia and what to check first
Read the guideMoney and costsTypical prices for a bed, meals and sights
Read the guideWhere to stayBases in the walled town and beyond the gates
Read the guideFestivals and eventsSummer festival dates and what runs in town
Read the guideHvar Town FAQ
Is Hvar Town worth visiting?
Yes, if you want a walled town with a 1612 theatre, a large square and a busy summer scene. It is a poor fit for a quiet stay, since summer brings crowds and nightclubs.
How many days do you need in Hvar Town?
Two nights cover the Pjaca, the theatre, the walls and the Fortica. Add a third if you want a boat day or a trip across the island.
When is the best time to visit Hvar Town?
May, June, September and October, when the sea is warm. The Hvar Summer Festival runs from late June to late September.
Is Hvar Town very hot in summer?
Yes. Summer highs usually range from 27 to 34 °C, and the sea averages about 20 °C from June to October. Bring sun cover for the stone streets and the walk up to the Fortica.
Does Hvar Town have a theatre you can visit?
Yes. The Hvar Theatre opened in 1612 on the first floor of the Arsenal on the Pjaca, and it is one of the oldest theatres in Europe. Check current opening times before you go.
What is the weather like in Hvar Town in winter?
Mild and wet. Highs usually run 10 to 18 °C and lows 4 to 10 °C, and rain is common. Snow falls about once every ten years and does not lie long.