April, the second spring month, sees the temperatures continue to climb in Porec.
The average high 17°C and the average low is 8°C, which was the average high for January, so a noticeable difference in only three months.
The sea also reaches the highest temperature this side of the New Year, averaging 14°C (57.2°F).
Porec also enjoys more sunshine in April with an average of 10 hours per day with about 42% reaching the ground.
The bad news is that April also has the highest rainfall of the preceding months.
With the weather improving all the time but not yet hot enough to enjoy outdoor activities, April is an ideal time to visit the Euphrasian Basilica.
A World Heritage Site,
the Euphrasian Basilica is situated within Porec and includes a sacristy, a
colonnaded atrium (covered by a portico housing a large collection of stone
monuments), a 16th-century bell tower, an episcopal 6th-century
Bishop's Palace, and a 6th-century octagonal baptistery and serves
as a top example of the Byzantine architecture in the Mediterranean.
Within the basilica are detailed mosaics that date back as
far as the 6th century, and they are widely regarded to be amongst
the best Byzantine art anywhere in the world.
In addition to this, there are also many holy objects and a
collection of other art from the Byzantine, Palaeo-Christian and Middle Ages
periods, as well as the relics of Saints Maurus and Eleutherius.
One of the great aspects of Porec is the combination of old
and new, modern and history, luxury and culture.
In one day you can go from looking at the ancient architecture and art to drinking cocktails overlooking the ocean.
Fortuna Island Hotel is a great option for accommodation. The hotel is located on the island of St Nikola and offers a free ferry service over to the mainland every half hour. With room prices starting as low as £41 per night, you can stay here on a budget too.
