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Weather and seasons in Dubrovnik, Croatia

Best time to visit Dubrovnik: month-by-month weather (2026)

The highest-scoring months in Dubrovnik are Jun, Jul, Aug and Sep.

Best months

Jun, Jul, Aug and Sep

Peak season

Jun, Jul, Aug and Sep

Off season

Jan, Mar and Nov

Monthly Temperatures (°C)

Monthly Rainfall (mm)

Month-by-Month Guide

Temperature, rainfall and sunshine are measured. The visit score below is derived from those three (design spec §5.3)estimate.

Jan

Temp: 5.2°C – 13.2°C

Rain: 223mm

Sunshine: 6.5h/day

Visit score: 3.4/10

Feb

Temp: 4.7°C – 13.4°C

Rain: 128mm

Sunshine: 8h/day

Visit score: 4.6/10

Mar

Temp: 7.7°C – 15.5°C

Rain: 253mm

Sunshine: 8.4h/day

Visit score: 3.8/10

Apr

Temp: 9.4°C – 18.2°C

Rain: 99mm

Sunshine: 10.6h/day

Visit score: 4.7/10

May

Temp: 13.7°C – 21.8°C

Rain: 190mm

Sunshine: 11.6h/day

Visit score: 5.8/10

Jun

Best

Temp: 18.5°C – 27.5°C

Rain: 52mm

Sunshine: 13.4h/day

Visit score: 9.1/10

Jul

Best

Temp: 21.1°C – 30.8°C

Rain: 52mm

Sunshine: 13.8h/day

Visit score: 9.1/10

Aug

Best

Temp: 20.7°C – 30.8°C

Rain: 86mm

Sunshine: 12.9h/day

Visit score: 8.2/10

Sep

Best

Temp: 17.3°C – 26.6°C

Rain: 125mm

Sunshine: 10.5h/day

Visit score: 8.2/10

Oct

Temp: 12.9°C – 21.7°C

Rain: 171mm

Sunshine: 9h/day

Visit score: 5.8/10

Nov

Temp: 8°C – 16.5°C

Rain: 293mm

Sunshine: 6.6h/day

Visit score: 3.4/10

Dec

Temp: 4.8°C – 14°C

Rain: 112mm

Sunshine: 6.6h/day

Visit score: 4.3/10

When to go, and when not to

The strongest months for visiting Dubrovnik, based on visit scores, are June, July, August, and September. These months combine the warmest weather, with highs of 27.5C in June rising to 30.8C in July and August, alongside the most sunshine, peaking at 13.8 hours a day in July and 13.4 hours in June. Rainfall during this stretch is also at its lowest, only 52mm in both June and July, making these months the most reliable for outdoor sightseeing and swimming.

The trade-off is that peak season brings both heat and crowds together, and daytime highs near 30.8C in July and August can feel intense without shade or a sea breeze. Outside this window, weather turns wetter and cooler: November sees the heaviest rain at 293mm alongside a drop in sunshine to 6.6 hours a day, while January and March offer milder alternatives for travelers who prefer quieter streets over guaranteed sunshine.

Season Guide

Spring

March – May

Mild temperatures and blooming gardens. A great time for sightseeing with fewer crowds than summer.

Packing tips

  • · Light layers
  • · Rain jacket
  • · Comfortable walking shoes

Summer

June – August

Warmest months with the longest days. Peak tourist season in most destinations.

Packing tips

  • · Sunscreen
  • · Hat
  • · Light clothing
  • · Refillable water bottle

Autumn

September – November

Cooling temperatures and autumn foliage. Shoulder season with good deals on accommodations.

Packing tips

  • · Medium layers
  • · Sweater
  • · Waterproof jacket

Winter

December – February

Coldest months with shorter days. Holiday markets and winter activities in many cities.

Packing tips

  • · Warm coat
  • · Scarf and gloves
  • · Thermal layers
  • · Waterproof boots

Keep reading

More on Dubrovnik

  • Back to Dubrovnik
  • Best cities to visit in June
  • Best cities to visit in July
  • Best cities to visit in August
  • Best cities to visit in September

Sources

  • GeoNames city database — CC BY 4.0, fetched September 14, 2026
  • Open-Meteo climate archive — CC BY 4.0, fetched September 21, 2026

AI-written interpretation reviewed against the data above — claude-sonnet-5, generated September 21, 2026. Every number on this page comes from a dataset named here; the formulas are public.