Climate in Dubrovnik — Annual Weather Overview
Dubrovnik has a mediterranean climate — hot dry summers and mild wet winters. The hottest month is July (average high 30.1°C) and the coolest is January (11.8°C). The seasons are strongly defined — a 18.3°C swing between July highs and January lows. Annual rainfall totals around 1786mm. November is the wettest month at 333.4mm, while July averages just 22.6mm. Average daily sunshine is 9.8 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 17.4°C, 354mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 28.8°C, 138mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 21.6°C, 681mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 12.8°C, 614mm rain.
Dubrovnik — Monthly Temperatures
Dubrovnik — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Dubrovnik stays reasonable all year.
Dubrovnik weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.8°C | 4.3°C | 205.0mm | 6.9h | 12 | 8/10 |
| February | 12.8°C | 4.7°C | 120.9mm | 8.2h | 7 | 9/10 |
| March | 13.8°C | 5.9°C | 113.9mm | 9.2h | 8 | 9/10 |
| April | 16.4°C | 8.4°C | 137.6mm | 10.1h | 11 | 9/10 |
| May | 22.0°C | 14.1°C | 102.0mm | 11.7h | 8 | 9/10 |
| June | 26.3°C | 18.5°C | 44.8mm | 13.0h | 5 | 10/10 |
| July | 30.1°C | 21.3°C | 22.6mm | 13.8h | 2 | 10/10 |
| August | 29.9°C | 21.4°C | 70.2mm | 12.9h | 6 | 10/10 |
| September | 26.1°C | 18.0°C | 161.6mm | 10.7h | 6 | 9/10 |
| October | 21.5°C | 13.5°C | 186.4mm | 9.1h | 11 | 9/10 |
| November | 17.3°C | 10.1°C | 333.4mm | 6.1h | 14 | 8/10 |
| December | 13.9°C | 7.2°C | 287.8mm | 5.4h | 16 | 8/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Dubrovnik and the Dubrovnik rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Dubrovnik have?
Dubrovnik has a mediterranean climate — hot dry summers and mild wet winters. Average highs range from 11.8°C in January to 30.1°C in July.
What is the hottest month in Dubrovnik?
July is the hottest month in Dubrovnik, with average highs of 30.1°C and lows of 21.3°C.
What is the coldest month in Dubrovnik?
January is the coolest month, with average highs of 11.8°C and lows of 4.3°C.
What is the wettest month in Dubrovnik?
November is the wettest month, averaging 333.4mm of rainfall over around 14 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Dubrovnik?
Rainy season in Dubrovnik runs September to May, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Dubrovnik get per year?
Dubrovnik receives around 1786mm of rain per year. The driest month is July (22.6mm).
When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?
The best time to visit Dubrovnik is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.