The climate is continental in northern Croatia, subalpine and alpine in the central parts of the country, and Mediterranean along the Adriatic. With an annual average of 2.600 hours of insolation and an average sea temperature between 25 and 27 degrees centigrade during the summer, the Croatian Adriatic coast is among the sunniest in Europe. Spring and autumn are very mild along the coast, while winters are quite cold in the northern and central parts of the country, which also get ample snow. The basic Croatian currency unit is Kuna. Foreign currency can be exchanged for local money in banks, official exchange offices, post offices, etc., according to the published rates of exchange.
Foreigners can claim a sales tax refund within one year for purchased goods.
Government offices work from 8.30.