October in Croatia: Weather & Events

Those who travel to Croatia in October can experience a country settling into the normal rhythms of a life undeformed by tourism. Kids are back in school and parents are back at work. Instead of catering to visitors, many islanders are occupying themselves harvesting grapes and other local products. Visiting the Croatian islands involves a little more planning though as ferries are on their (less frequent) winter schedule that runs until the end of May.

The October weather, while not balmy, is usually mild enough to make outdoors life a pleasure. The average temperature in Zagreb is 11°C (51°F) and in Dubrovnik it's 17°C (63°F).

Both Zagreb and Dubrovnik have lively cultural scenes with a full range of classical and pop concerts. You may not have the best choice of hotels in Croatia however, as the season winds down and many establishments close their doors for the winter, especially along the coast.

NATIONAL HOLIDAYS

October 8 is Independence Day, a bank holiday.

FESTIVALS

Zagreb Film Festival

Not just Croatian films (although they are well represented) but a selection of films from renowned and up-and-coming international directors.

Istrian Truffle Days

Lovers of the tuberous wonder should immediately schedule a long stay in Istria, famous for its black and white truffles. At a fraction of the prices you'll pay in France and Italy, you can indulge yourself to the max on truffle omelets, truffle risotto and other aromatic delights. Most of the truffle festivities centre around Livade, near Motovun and the Istarske Toplice spa, where there are contests for the biggest truffle as well as sales of truffle oil and other truffle products.

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