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| Temp (°C) | 27° 22° | 27° 22° | 27° 20° | 25° 19° | 27° 20° | 26° 20° | 25° 18° |
| Precipitation | 77% | 48% | 5% | 0% | 13% | 8% | 44% |
| Humidity | 70% | 65% | 46% | 48% | 53% | 60% | 76% |
| Wind | 28 km/h | 17 km/h | 23 km/h | 18 km/h | 21 km/h | 18 km/h | 12 km/h |
Best time to visit Dubrovnik
The best time to visit Dubrovnik is from May to October, when conditions suit hiking, sightseeing, swimming and island trips, with many services operating. July and August are hot and dry and include the Dubrovnik Festival, while September offers warm weather with fewer visitors; October remains suitable for sightseeing but can bring rough seas and ferry interruptions.
JanuaryTemp (°C)6°Rain (mm)49Sun Hours5Dry Days22
January is mild at 7-13°C, with bora winds and stormy seas that can cancel ferries. Winter Fest and Christmas markets add seasonal interest, while some island hotels and boat services close.
FebruaryTemp (°C)6°Rain (mm)40Sun Hours5Dry Days19
February is cool at 9-13°C, with bora winds, rough seas and a risk of storms that can cancel ferries. Old-town sightseeing suits the season, while some island services run on reduced schedules.
MarchTemp (°C)9°Rain (mm)33Sun Hours8Dry Days22
March is mild at 12-15°C, with bora winds and storm risk that can interrupt ferry travel. City walks are suitable, while some seasonal island services remain limited.
AprilTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)32Sun Hours11Dry Days21
April is mild at 14-18°C, with spring storms and a risk of disrupted ferry journeys. Hiking and sightseeing are comfortable, while some island hotels and boat services remain limited.
MayTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)27Sun Hours11Dry Days23
May is warm at 17-23°C, with light rain and good conditions for hiking and sightseeing. Many island hotels and boat services operate, supporting a varied coastal trip.
JuneTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)32Sun Hours12Dry Days22
June is warm and sunny at 21-28°C, with relatively light rain. Swimming, island trips, hiking and outdoor sightseeing are all well suited to the month.
JulyTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)20Sun Hours12Dry Days25
July is hot and dry at 23-30°C, with occasional brief thunderstorms. Swimming and boat trips suit the weather, and the Dubrovnik Festival begins in mid-month.
AugustTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)11Sun Hours12Dry Days27
August is hot and dry at 23-30°C, with occasional brief thunderstorms. Swimming, island excursions and the Dubrovnik Festival are seasonal highlights, with festival events running through late August.
SeptemberTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)29Sun Hours11Dry Days23
September is warm at 20-28°C, with comfortable conditions for walking and swimming. Southern Dalmatia can support sea trips, and the month has fewer visitors than peak summer.
OctoberTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)44Sun Hours7Dry Days23
October is mild at 15-21°C, with autumn rain and storms that can make seas rough and interrupt ferries. Many operators remain open, and sightseeing suits the season.
NovemberTemp (°C)11°Rain (mm)52Sun Hours6Dry Days22
November is mild at 9-16°C and has Dubrovnik's heaviest rainfall. Storms, strong winds and rough seas can cancel ferries, while some island hotels and boat services close.
DecemberTemp (°C)7°Rain (mm)40Sun Hours6Dry Days22
December is mild at 8-14°C, with winter storms and rough coastal conditions that can interrupt ferries. Winter Fest and Christmas markets provide seasonal attractions, while island services are limited.
Sources: audleytravel.com
Small Group Blue Cave and Sunj Beach Boat Tour from Dubrovnik
Cost: From 74.71 USD · Duration: 4 hours · ★ 4.9 (12,722 reviews)
This tour is a unique way to experience the magical ambient of Blue cave. We go only with small groups, so we can approach each guest individually. In this tour you will spend time on sandy Lopud beach, Sunj where you will have time to swim before we go to explore caves. After that we will take you to visit three caves on Koločep Island where you c
Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch
Cost: From 53.37 USD · Duration: 8 hours · ★ 4.9 (10,335 reviews)
The Adriatic Sea is an amazing place where the azure waves stretch for miles around. Feel the sun as it warms your skin and experience the sea breeze as it whips through your hair during this 8-hour guided boat excursion. Visit Elaphfite islands; Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan and enjoy free time to explore and admire the stunning nature, rich culture,
Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Tour + Lokrum & Iron Throne option
Cost: From 29.65 USD · ★ 4.9 (5,215 reviews)
On this Game of Thrones tour in Dubrovnik you’ll visit the best sites where King's Landing scenes were filmed. You may even hear stories and gossip from behind the scenes as some of the tour guides were Game of Thrones extras and stand-ins.
Dubrovnik: Discover the Old Town Walking Tour
Cost: From 20.16 USD · Duration: 1.5 hours · ★ 4.9 (5,001 reviews)
Best of the best 2024 winner! This tour is in the top 1% of the tours worldwide! Check out why! There are few places in Europe where medieval walls, red-tiled roofs and marble streets meet the azure-colored sea. Dubrovnik is just that place. Discover the main sights and hidden gems in the warren of streets in Stari Grad, or Old Town, with this educ
Montenegro Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Optional Boat Trip
Cost: From 71.16 USD · ★ 4.4 (3,830 reviews)
Be amazed by the beauty of Montenegro on a day trip from Dubrovnik to some of the country’s main towns and sites. Take in views of the Župa Dubrovacka and Konavle valleys on a scenic drive along the beautiful Bay of Kotor (Boka Kotorska) and visit the charming town of Perast. Enjoy an optional boat trip to Our Lady of the Rocks island and continue
Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls Semi-Private Tour from Dubrovnik
Cost: From 118.47 USD · Duration: 10.5 hours · ★ 4.9 (3,528 reviews)
What truly sets this experience apart is its intimacy—travel in a small group of no more than 8 guests, in a comfortable minivan. This not only creates a relaxed, personal atmosphere, but also allows us to bypass long border queues, giving you more time to explore and enjoy. The natural beauty of Kravice is simply mesmerizing. Feel the cool mist on
Blue Cave, Lopud, and Sunj Beach Speedboat Tour from Dubrovnik
Cost: From 59.77 USD · Duration: 4 hours · ★ 4.9 (3,189 reviews)
Blue Cave Departures run daily from Dubrovnik Old Town, Cavtat, Mlini, and Srebreno. The tour starts with panoramic views of the Dubrovnik city walls before heading to Koločep Island to visit the Blue Cave, accessible only by swimming. Snorkeling gear is included to explore its turquoise waters, with optional cliff jumping nearby. Next are the Thre
Dubrovnik: Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling
Cost: From 35.58 USD · Duration: 2 hours · ★ 4.9 (3,078 reviews)
Enjoy Dubrovnik's top summer activity and experience beautiful local, natural, and historical heritage in this 2 hour guided sea kayaking tour from the seaside. This tour features informative commentary from your guide as you paddle from Pile Bay by forts and the city walls, passing by the old town, over the blue Adriatic Sea, by Lokrum island to r
Dubrovnik Elaphiti Islands Cruise with Lunch, Drinks and Swim
Cost: From 71.16 USD · ★ 4.8 (2,472 reviews)
Discover three of Dubrovnik’s Elaphiti Islands—Lopud, Šipan and Koločep—on one full-day cruise with time to explore, swim and relax. A spacious boat, comfortable sunbeds, onboard music and complimentary drinks make the journey between islands part of the experience. Enjoy up to 3 hours on Lopud, including time for Šunj Beach, then continue to Šipan
Kravice Waterfalls, Mostar and Pocitelj Day Trip from Dubrovnik
Cost: From 53.37 USD · ★ 4.6 (2,154 reviews)
Leave Dubrovnik behind for this special excursion including some of Hercegovina's most prominent attractions. Spend an hour at the "Gem of Hercegovina“ surrounded by pristine nature, the spectacular Kravice falls. After, continue on for a tour of the Old Town of Mostar and the Old Bridge at its center with your local guide and free time in Mostar i
Brief
- Try Dubrovnik specialties such as šporki makaruli (meat sauce with pasta), rožata (a caramel custard dessert), fresh Adriatic seafood and oysters from nearby Ston, accompanied by local Plavac Mali wine.
- The Old Town and City Walls can be especially crowded when cruise ships are in port. Visiting early in the morning or late afternoon can make sightseeing more comfortable.
- Dubrovnik Pass can combine access to major cultural sites with public transport and may be useful for multi-attraction visits.
Safety and health
- Smoke from a wildfire in Bosnia and Herzegovina was drifting over Dubrovnik on September 6. People with asthma or other respiratory conditions should limit strenuous outdoor activity while the haze persists and follow local fire-service or air-quality advice (
thedubrovniktimes.com).
- Dubrovnik has experienced exceptional heat, with temperatures above 35°C in early September. Reduce exposure during the hottest part of the day, especially when walking the City Walls, and monitor local warnings (
thedubrovniktimes.com).
- Tick- and sand-fly-borne illnesses, including Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever and leishmaniasis, are listed risks in Croatia. Use repellent, wear covering clothing when hiking or in scrubland, and check for ticks after outdoor activities (
cdc.gov).
- Tap water in Croatia is generally safe to drink. Hikers and campers should take extra precautions against ticks, particularly outside the coastal urban area (
wikivoyage.org).
Recent News
- September 6, 2026: A smoky haze and strong smell of burning reached Dubrovnik from a fire in Popovo Polje across the border in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The reported source was outside Croatia, but visibility and air quality may be temporarily affected (
- September 5, 2026: Dubrovnik recorded temperatures above 35°C and reportedly broke its September temperature record after an exceptionally hot summer. Outdoor sightseeing and boat trips may be uncomfortable during peak afternoon heat (
- August 17, 2026: The Dubrovnik-Bari ferry was suspended after the Jadrolinija vessel Dalmacija developed a serious technical problem. Travellers using this international route should confirm whether service has resumed before relying on the connection (
- September 3, 2026: Air Canada announced seasonal direct Montreal-Dubrovnik flights starting May 11, 2027, operating three times weekly. This will add a new nonstop option for future Canadian visitors (
exyuaviation.com).
