Dubrovnik, Croatia Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Dubrovnik
Weather in Dubrovnik is shaped by its Mediterranean climate - expect hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July afternoons typically reach 86°F (30°C), while January highs hover near 52°F (11°C). Annual precipitation averages 64.3 inches (1634 mm) over about 112 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 86°F (30°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 52°F (11°C)
- Record high: 98°F (37°C) · Record low: 20°F (-7°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: November (14 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (13.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: Mediterranean - hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 86°F (30°C) and overnight lows stay near 71°F (22°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 52°F (11°C) and lows around 39°F (4°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 98°F (37°C) and dropped as low as 20°F (-7°C).
Rain, sun and snow
November is usually the wettest month. It brings about 11.1 inches (282 mm) of rain over 14 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.8 hours of sun a day. Snowfall is rare but not unheard of.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52° | 39° | 12 | 7.2 in | 6.6 h/day | 71% |
| February | 55° | 42° | 11 | 6.2 in | 7.8 h/day | 71% |
| March | 58° | 45° | 12 | 6.3 in | 9.1 h/day | 68% |
| April | 64° | 49° | 10 | 4.4 in | 10.7 h/day | 67% |
| May | 71° | 58° | 10 | 4.3 in | 11.8 h/day | 72% |
| June | 80° | 66° | 6 | 1.9 in | 13.2 h/day | 70% |
| July | 86° | 71° | 3 | 1.2 in | 13.8 h/day | 62% |
| August | 86° | 71° | 5 | 1.7 in | 13.0 h/day | 63% |
| September | 78° | 64° | 8 | 4.7 in | 10.7 h/day | 68% |
| October | 70° | 56° | 10 | 7.4 in | 9.1 h/day | 75% |
| November | 63° | 50° | 14 | 11.1 in | 6.5 h/day | 75% |
| December | 56° | 43° | 12 | 7.9 in | 6.3 h/day | 74% |
Dubrovnik month by month
Dubrovnik weather in January
January brings highs around 52°F (11°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 12 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Dubrovnik.
Dubrovnik weather in February
February brings highs around 55°F (13°C), lows near 42°F (6°C), about 11 wet days.
Dubrovnik weather in March
March brings highs around 58°F (14°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), about 12 wet days.
Dubrovnik weather in April
April brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 49°F (10°C), about 10 wet days.
Dubrovnik weather in May
May brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 10 wet days.
Dubrovnik weather in June
June brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 6 wet days.
Dubrovnik weather in July
July brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 3 wet days - typically the hottest month and the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Dubrovnik.
Dubrovnik weather in August
August brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 5 wet days.
Dubrovnik weather in September
September brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 8 wet days.
Dubrovnik weather in October
October brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 56°F (14°C), about 10 wet days.
Dubrovnik weather in November
November brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 14 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Dubrovnik.
Dubrovnik weather in December
December brings highs around 56°F (13°C), lows near 43°F (6°C), about 12 wet days.
Seasons in Dubrovnik
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Dubrovnik is mild, with daytime highs averaging 64°F (18°C) and nights around 51°F (10°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Dubrovnik runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 69°F (21°C); rain falls on about 14 days over the three months. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Dubrovnik is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 70°F (21°C) and nights around 57°F (14°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Dubrovnik stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 54°F (12°C) and nights around 41°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 35 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Dubrovnik
The best time to visit Dubrovnik is generally April to June and September to October, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 73°F (23°C).
Pack for Dubrovnik with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 71°F (22°C).
Dubrovnik temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.