Best Time to Visit Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva, Croatia
Dubrovnik is at its sunniest and driest in July.
The best time to visit Dubrovnik for sunny, dry weather is July — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through March–September; the wetter half falls in October–February. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 8.3°C / 46.9°F in January to 25°C / 77°F in July, with rainfall from 31 mm / 1.2 in (July) to 164 mm / 6.5 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva, Croatia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Dubrovnik's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 25°C77°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?
The best time to visit Dubrovnik for sunny, dry weather is July. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 25°C / 77°F, and the driest is July with about 31 mm / 1.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Dubrovnik's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Dubrovnik?
The rainy season at Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 97 mm / 3.8 in. The wettest single month is November (164 mm / 6.5 in).
What is the driest month in Dubrovnik?
The driest month in Dubrovnik is July, averaging about 31 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25°C / 77°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Dubrovnik?
The least comfortable months for travel to Dubrovnik — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 164 mm / 6.5 in in November, and the coldest month averages 8.3°C / 46.9°F.
Is Dubrovnik climate different from Croatia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Dubrovnik figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Croatia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Dubrovnik specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.