Croatia

Šilo

Šilo - photo 1

Photo by Ivan Ivankovic on Unsplash.

Šilo is a coastal town on the northern coast of Krk Island in Croatia. It sits by the Adriatic Sea and serves as a gateway for shore and boat dives around Krk and nearby islets. The diving presence is modest, with local centers operating nearby on Krk that offer guided dives, beginner courses, and equipment rental. Water in the Adriatic here is typically clear with calm to moderate conditions, wall and reef formations near the coastline, and abundant small fish. For freshwater options, the closest notable site is in the region’s interior, but Šilo itself is primarily a saltwater diving access point rather than a dedicated dive destination.

Essential information for traveling in Croatia

About Croatia

Sea
Adriatic Sea, Mediterranean Sea and Ligurian Sea
Timezone
Europe/Zagreb
Languages
HR
Demonym
Croatian
Phone prefix
+385

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
ZAG RJK SPU ZAD DBV

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Šilo

Nearby Dive Sites (24)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Šilo

The best time to dive in Šilo

The best months to dive in Šilo are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (24-25°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
8 °C 12 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
7 °C 11 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
11 °C 12 °C 5/10
04 - Apr.
14 °C 14 °C 8/10
05 - May
17 °C 18 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
25 °C 22 °C 9/10
07 - Jul.
24 °C 25 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
25 °C 24 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
20 °C 23 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
14 °C 20 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
10 °C 17 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
8 °C 14 °C 9/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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