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Current Local Time in Plitvice Lakes

Current local time and time zone in Plitvice Lakes, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 73°F now🕔 8:51 AM local📅 Best: June, July and August

Current local time in Plitvice Lakes

8:51 AM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zoneEurope/Zagreb
UTC offsetUTC+02:00
UTC now6:51 AM
Sunrise6:06 AM
Sunset7:54 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:06 AM
Sunset7:54 PM
Daylight13h 48m
Solar noon1:00 PM
Golden hour (am)6:06 AM - 7:06 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:54 PM - 7:54 PM
Blue hour (am)5:36 AM - 6:06 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:54 PM - 8:24 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 56%
Moonrise3:45 PM
Moonset--

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Quick facts about Plitvice Lakes

TypeLake
CountryCroatia
ContinentEurope
Coordinates44°51′55.4″N 15°34′55.2″E (44.8654, 15.582)
Maximum depth151 ft
Known forsixteen terraced lakes
Local time8:51 AM (UTC+02:00)
Best monthsJune, July and August
ClimateTemperate

Summary

Plitvice Lakes is a lake in Croatia. Plitvice Lakes is a lake known as sixteen terraced lakes.

Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Plitvice Lakes with overcast. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 67°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Plitvice Lakes is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, March and November tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 77°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 29°F.

The closest major airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), about 163 mi away. Nearby highlights include Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Lake Bled and Venice and its Lagoon.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is 5.9°F above the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Plitvice Lakes today at 9.4/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.

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Coordinates: 44°51′55.4″N 15°34′55.2″E (44.8654, 15.582)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Plitvice Lakes?

Plitvice Lakes is a lake in Croatia. Its coordinates are 44.8654, 15.582. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Plitvice Lakes right now?

It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 74% and wind is 6 mph.

When is the best time to visit Plitvice Lakes?

June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Plitvice Lakes, which has a temperate climate. January, March and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Plitvice Lakes in?

Plitvice Lakes observes Europe/Zagreb (UTC+02:00). The local time is 8:51 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Plitvice Lakes?

The closest airports are Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 163 mi away, Vienna International Airport (VIE), 229 mi away and Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD), 250 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Plitvice Lakes?

Popular options include Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Lake Bled, Venice and its Lagoon, Old City of Dubrovnik and Historic Centre of Florence.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 21, 2026 at 8:51 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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