Weather Forecast for Charter Sailors

How to use this weather page during your charter

Morning weather check before choosing the next destination

ABA VELA guests usually use this page as a practical planning tool during the week, not only before embarkation in Split. A quick morning look at the Split sailing weather, the wider Croatia sailing weather picture, and the wind map helps when deciding whether the next stop should be a marina, town quay, or quieter bay. Summer weather can change quickly, so it is sensible to review the forecast at least once per day before leaving the current berth. That gives crews time to compare the expected wind with the route they have in mind and to think one step ahead instead of choosing the next destination only by distance.

Choosing the sheltered side of the island

One of the simplest uses of a forecast during a charter is deciding which side of an island is likely to offer better shelter. If the wind is blowing from the north, crews usually look first at the south side of the island for shelter. If the wind is blowing from the south, crews usually look first at the north side. It is a basic planning rule, but it often makes the difference between a calm lunch stop and an uncomfortable one. Wind direction and sheltered bays should always be considered together with the shape of the coast, swell, and the way a particular bay is open, but this page gives ABA VELA guests a fast first orientation before the final decision.

Evening check before the overnight stay

The weather forecast before anchoring matters just as much in the evening as it does in the morning. If you are already on anchor before going to bed, check the forecast again so you are aware of possible wind development overnight. This is not about overreacting to every change. It is a calm routine that helps crews notice whether conditions are expected to stay stable or whether the anchorage may become less comfortable later in the night. For ABA VELA guests, one final evening check is often the easiest way to match the chosen overnight spot with the latest forecast and avoid surprises from changing wind after dark.