Dubrovnik weather at a glance
Hottest
July · 29°C
Coldest
January · 6°C
Wettest
November · 146 mm
Best season
May, June, September, October
When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik has a mediterranean climate. In summer (Jun–Aug) the average high is around 28°C, while in winter (Dec–Feb) it sits near 12°C by day and 7°C at night. The hottest month is July (29°C) and the coldest is January (6°C).
The best time to visit is May, June, September, October, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and walking around. November, December, January can be less comfortable — keep that in mind when planning.
Dubrovnik temperatures & rainfall by month
Long-term monthly averages (climate normals).
| Month | High | Low | Daily range | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12° | 6° | 95 mm | |
| Feb | 12° | 6° | 84 mm | |
| Mar | 14° | 8° | 87 mm | |
| Apr | 17° | 11° | 86 mm | |
| May | 22° | 15° | 62 mm | |
| Jun● | 26° | 19° | 47 mm | |
| Jul | 29° | 22° | 30 mm | |
| Aug | 29° | 22° | 44 mm | |
| Sep | 25° | 18° | 88 mm | |
| Oct | 21° | 15° | 117 mm | |
| Nov | 16° | 11° | 146 mm | |
| Dec | 13° | 8° | 125 mm |
Seasons in Dubrovnik
Spring
18° / 11°
mild
Rain: ~78 mm/mo
Summer
28° / 21°
warm
Rain: ~40 mm/mo
Autumn
21° / 15°
mild
Rain: ~117 mm/mo
Winter
12° / 7°
cool
Rain: ~101 mm/mo
When to visit Dubrovnik
✓ Best months
May, June, September, October
~ Less comfortable
November, December, January
What to pack
- A warm jacket and layers — winter mornings and evenings are chilly.
- A rain jacket or a compact umbrella — rain is frequent.
- Comfortable walking shoes — you'll be on your feet around the centre.