During the entire year the temperatures go below 10 °C in January and February, while June, July, August and September they average above 20 °C.

Rainfall is typically Mediterranean, with a peak in late autumn and early winter and a minimum in July.

The construction of canals and tunnels channelled drainage water into the sea on the north coast.

The town itself is one of the oldest settlements on Korčula and is situated in the middle of the western part of a field.

[4] Other remains have been found in the local area dating back to prehistoric and Illyrian times.

[10] The Municipality of Blato, situated on the island of Korčula, administratively falls under the Dubrovnik-Neretva County.

Olive oil, wine, carob and fig trees are the most significant products of the region.

In the early 20th century Blato produced over 1000 carts of wine and 30 wagons of olive oil for export.

Industrial production in Blato, in recent times has seen a down turn with the closure of the textile factory Trikop.

The main economic entities in Blato today are: The town is known for a famous sword dance, the Kumpanija, which is performed on April 28, the day of Saint Vincenca, the town's patron saint, Blato Public library, sanctuary, ethno-museum, etc.